2025, Vol. 7, Issue 1, Part B
Pain relief in cervicogenic headache: A pilot study on manipulative therapy efficacy
Author(s): Sourav Mitra, Satyen Bhattacharyya, Amartya Mallick and Priyanka Das
Abstract: Background: Cervicogenic headache (CGH) is a common condition originating from cervical spine dysfunction, often leading to persistent pain and reduced quality of life. Manipulative therapy has emerged as a potential non-pharmacological intervention for managing CGH symptoms.
Objective: This pilot study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of manipulative therapy in reducing pain intensity and improving functional outcomes in patients with cervicogenic headache.
Methods: A pilot study was conducted on a sample of patients diagnosed with cervicogenic headache. Participants received a structured manipulative therapy intervention over a specified period. Pain intensity was assessed using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), and functional improvements were measured using the Neck Disability Index (NDI) both pre- and post-intervention.
Results: Preliminary findings indicated a significant reduction in pain intensity and improvement in neck function following manipulative therapy. Patients reported enhanced mobility, reduced headache frequency, and overall improvement in daily activities.
Conclusion: Manipulative therapy appears to be an effective approach for managing pain and improving function in patients with cervicogenic headache. Further large-scale studies are recommended to validate these findings and optimize treatment protocols.
DOI: 10.33545/27068919.2025.v7.i1b.1341Pages: 110-112 | Views: 83 | Downloads: 18Download Full Article: Click Here
How to cite this article:
Sourav Mitra, Satyen Bhattacharyya, Amartya Mallick, Priyanka Das.
Pain relief in cervicogenic headache: A pilot study on manipulative therapy efficacy. Int J Adv Acad Stud 2025;7(1):110-112. DOI:
10.33545/27068919.2025.v7.i1b.1341