Scapular Muscle Activation and Shoulder Performance in Migraine (observational)

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 observational study compares trapezius muscle activation, scapular orientation, and upper body performance in adults with migraine versus those without migraine. Researchers will measure muscle activity, scapular positioning, and arm/shoulder function to identify potential differences related to migraine. Participants are adults aged 18–55 with migraine and matched controls, with assessments conducted at Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University. The study does not involve an intervention; it aims to characterize patterns in muscle use and movement. Results could help explain how migraine relates to upper extremity function and guide future research.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 18-55 years
* Diagnosed with migraine by a neurologist according to the ICHD-3 criteria
* Experiencing at least 3 migraine attacks per month
* Willing to participate and provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of other types of headache disorders
* History of trauma, fracture, or surgery involving the cranio-cervical region, scapular region, or upper extremity
* Presence of neurological or inflammatory rheumatic diseases
* Presence of psychiatric disorders
* Receiving physiotherapy or rehabilitation for migraine or the cervical, thoracic, or upper extremity regions within the past 6 months
* Cognitive impairment affecting the understanding of test instructions

Where it's running

• Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University
  Ankara, Çubuk, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

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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.