An observational study in Cervicogenic Headache, sponsored by Delta University for Science and Technology. Not yet recruiting at 1 site in Egypt. Open to participants aged 15 Years to 18 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-08-13.
Sponsored by Delta University for Science and Technology · Observational
Among 14 studies in Post-Traumatic Headache with a site in Egypt — 6 open to participants now, 6 under way, none of them phase 3. Post-Traumatic Headache · Egypt.
Among the 14 studies in Post-Traumatic Headache with a site in Egypt, this one is one of 3 that started in 2026, is one of 4 observational ones, and was the 13th registered.
192 studies on the registry are indexed under Post-Traumatic Headache; 54 are open to participants now.
This study's planned enrollment of 100 is above the median of 90 across 21 observational studies indexed under Post-Traumatic Headache.
Browse Post-Traumatic Headache studies →6 of the 14 studies in Post-Traumatic Headache with a site in Egypt are open now, in 1 country. Each count lists the studies.
Of the 30 Post-Traumatic Headache studies recruiting now, 5 (17%) set no upper age limit and 24 (80%) stop at 75 or younger; 0 take children under 18; 2 take healthy volunteers.
This study: 15 Years to 18 Years · all sexes · no healthy volunteers.
The full table on the hub →14 studies; the count open now beside each. This study's row is marked.
First in 2019; this study’s year is marked. 3 started in 2026.
Median enrollment 49 across the 10 interventional studies, 75 across the 4 observational. Of the 8 that completed or were terminated, 0 (0%) have results posted.
None of the 14 has an industry lead sponsor. The 10 most frequent:
Delta University for Science and Technology is the lead sponsor of 86 studies on the registry; 16 are open to participants now.
Delta University for Science and Technology has 1 study filed under Post-Traumatic Headache — fewer than ten, so there is no comparison to draw.
1 of the studies in Post-Traumatic Headache with a site in Egypt that are under way reach primary completion within a year, 0 of them phase 3. Phase 3 first, then by date:
| Study | Primary completion |
|---|---|
| NCT07832968Cairo UniversityMulligan Technique Versus Proprioceptive Training in Cervicogenic Headache | 2026-12-24 |
Among the 14 studies in Post-Traumatic Headache with a site in Egypt, from their registry updates:
Nothing recorded among them since 2026-09-25.
Forward Head Posture (FHP) is a common postural deviation characterized by anterior translation of the head relative to the trunk, which increases load on cervical muscles and joints. This postural change is associated with muscle fatigue, joint compression, and tension in cervical soft tissues, contributing to cervicogenic headache (Al-Mutairi et al., 20242; Koseoglu et al., 2023). The deep cervical flexor (DCF) muscles, especially the longus colli and longus capitis, are key stabilizers of the cervical spine, and weakness or fatigue of these muscles leads to overuse of superficial muscles such as the sternocleidomastoid and anterior scalene, creating an imbalance between deep and superficial systems. Diminished endurance of deep cervical flexors has been linked to forward head posture, impaired motor control, and persistent neck pain (Ismail et al., 2023). Cervical proprioception is crucial for accurate head position sense. Impaired cervical proprioception results in distorted information about head orientation, causing dizziness, incoordinated movement, and neck discomfort, and has been frequently observed in juniors with cervicogenic headache, increasing muscular strain and headache intensity. In the present study, therefore, we aim to investigate the correlation between FHP, cervical endurance, and proprioceptive function in junior students with cervicogenic headache
The prevalence of cervicogenic headache (CGH) increases in late adolescence largely due to poor postural habits that contribute to musculoskeletal dysfunction. This may attributed to the excessive use of smartphones, tablets, and computers (Hall et al., 2010; Tsantili et al., 2022). Prolonged forward head posture during use smartphones causes abnormal mechanical stress on the cervical muscles and joints, leading to musculoskeletal strain and headache. Poor ergonomic habits during studying or screen use may further exacerbate the problem, emphasizing the importance for early awareness and education on proper posture to prevent CGH in this age group (
The study will be conducted on fifty-six junior students diagnosed with cervicogenic headache associated with forward head posture. Patients were assigned based on the presence of FHP into two equal groups; Group I (with FHP) and Group II (without FHP). The sample size for this study was calculated using the G*power program 3.1.9 (G power program version 3.1, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany). The fifty-six junior students diagnosed with cervicogenic headache effect size for the sample size calculation was depending on the previous study (Althubaiti, 2022). Sample size calculation based on t-tests (Means: Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test; two groups), Type I error (α) = 0.05, power (1-β error probability) = 0.80, effect size Effect size d = 0.8345487 with a total sample size for 50 participants for 2 independent groups comparison Considering a 15% drop out rate, the appropriate minimum sample size for this study will be 56 patients (28 patients in each group as a minimum
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Fifty-six junior students diagnosed with cervicogenic headache
Exclusion Criteria:
Patients with a history of cervical spine surgery.
A. Headache screening questionnaire will be used to assess the presence and characteristics of cervicogenic headache in the students. B. Lateral photography method will be used to evaluate head posture in standing position, and Kinovea software will be used to analyze the digitized photos to measure the craniovertebral angle. C. Cervical Range of Motion device (CROM) will be used to assess the proprioceptive functions. D. Pressure biofeedback will be used to assess the endurance of the deep cervical flexor muscles.
Lateral photography
B. Lateral photographic method: Photography or photogrammetric method will be used to assess FHP. It is a reliable and valid method (Gadotti and Biasotto-Gonzalez,2010). A digital imaging technique will be used to evaluate head and neck posture in the standing position. A digital camera (Canon IXY 12 MP, Japan) will be used to capture images supported on a Magnus PV-3310 photo tripod with 3-way pan and tilt head, was used to capture a photograph. (kuo et al., 2014). Digitized photographs will be analyzed using Kinovea 2024.1.1. This is open access software used to analyze digitized photos and to measure the various head angles (Guzman-Valdivia et al.,2013)
Time frame: Baseline
proprioception errors
Cervical Range of Motion device (Lindstorm, Minnesota 651-257-3040) is a type of goniometer designed specifically for cervical spine. It is a valid and reliable method to measure the cervical proprioception functions (Jordean, 2000; Tousignant et al., 2002 and Tousignant et al., 2006). It is composed of three inclinometers strapped to the subject's head and two magnets placed over the subject's shoulders. Each inclinometer measures proprioception error in one plane of movements. One gravity dial meter measures flexion and extension, another gravity dial measures lateral flexion and a compass meter measures rotation with its accuracy reinforced by two magnets Fig.(2) (Reddy et al., 2016).
Time frame: Baseline
D. Stabilizer pressure biofeedback:
Chattanooga Stabilizer Pressure Biofeedback Unit. is a valid and reliable method to assess cervical strength and endurance (ICC) 95%. The unit consists of a combined gauge and inflation bulb connected to a pressure cell. Designed by physical therapists, the Stabilizer registers changing pressure in an air-filled pressure cell allowing body movements to be detected during exercise (Lee .20164)
Time frame: Baseline
Plan to share: No — cofidentiality
Start is estimated for Aug 2026; primary completion for Sep 2026, 0 months later.
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