Therapeutic Efficacy of Different Wavelengths of Low-Level Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Cervicogenic Headache

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Conditions studied: Cervicogenic Headache

In brief

This study tests if low-level laser therapy (LLLT) with different light wavelengths can help people with cervicogenic headache, a type of headache caused by neck problems. Adults aged 18-65 with this headache for at least 3 months will try one of three LLLT treatments (675nm, 820nm, or a mix of wavelengths) along with regular physical therapy like stretching and exercises. The study will check pain levels, how often headaches happen, neck movement, disability, and quality of life over 6 weeks, with follow-ups at 3 and 6 months. the investigators want to find the best LLLT option to reduce headache symptoms safely.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07163208

Run by

University of Lahore

People needed

150

Starts

2024-09-05

Expected to finish

2025-10-05

Last updated by the study team

2025-09-19

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 65. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Patients aged 18-65 years diagnosed with cervicogenic headache based on the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD-3) criteria.
• Persistent headaches for at least 3 months.
• No previous exposure to low-level laser therapy (LLLT).

You may not qualify if…

• Patients with other primary headache disorders (e.g., migraine, tension-type headache).
• History of cervical spine surgery.
• Pregnant or lactating women.
• Patients with a history of photosensitivity or taking photosensitizing medications.

Where it is running

• Department of Physiotherapy, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (enrolling)

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