Limiting smartphone use to treat primary headaches

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the effects of smartphone use restriction on patients suffering from primary headaches. It aims to determine whether reducing smartphone usage can lead to decreased medication consumption and improved responsiveness to treatments. Participants will be categorized based on their smartphone usage and randomized into groups receiving either standard treatment or smartphone restriction. The study also seeks to explore the relationship between the type of smartphone use and headache severity, as well as develop an addiction score to identify patients who may benefit from limiting their smartphone use.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients ≥18 years of age
2. Diagnosis of primary headache as per the ICHD3Beta classification ("ICHD-3 The International Classification of Headache Disorders 3rd Edition" n.d.)
3. Willing and consenting to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1\. Secondary headaches 2. Not consenting for participation or follow up

Where it's running

• Deepti Vibha
  New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Deepti Vibha — All India Institute of Medical Sciences
• Study coordinator: Deepti Vibha
• Email: deeptivibha@aiims.edu
• Phone: +911126594485

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.