Aerobic Exercise Program for Migraine Management

Aerobic Exercise and Its Impact on Sensory, Musculoskeletal, and Psychosocial Aspects in Migraine

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Migraine Migraine Disease Migraine Disorder Migraine Disorders, Brain Headache Headache (Migraine) Headache Disorders Headache Disorders, Primary Aerobic Exercise Pain Management Sensory Disorders Psychosocial Factors Quality of Life
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 48
Sex
Female
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
100 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Sao Paulo · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for women aged 18 to 48 who have migraines. Participants will take part in a supervised exercise program three times a week for 16 weeks, along with educational sessions about pain management.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am a woman aged between 18 and 48 years.
  • I have been diagnosed with migraines by a specialist.
  • I have headaches 3 to 8 days per month.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have any other type of headache.
  • I have medical conditions affecting sensitivity or nerve function.
  • I have severe injuries or diseases that prevent physical activity.
  • I have had premature ovarian failure.
  • I have exercised regularly in the past year.
  • My Body Mass Index (BMI) is above 30.0.
  • I smoke or use certain drugs that affect sensitivity.
  • I abuse medications used to relieve migraines.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Migraine is a neurological disorder associated with high levels of disability and changes in sensory processing, musculoskeletal function, and psychosocial factors. Aerobic exercise is a low-cost, non-pharmacological strategy that has shown potential benefits for migraine management, but its effects on sensory perception and musculoskeletal function are not yet fully understood. This randomized c…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged between 18 and 48 years. * Diagnosed with migraine by an experienced neurologist specialized in headaches, following the criteria of the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD). * Frequency of headache between 3 and 8 days per month, to ensure adhe…
Contacts

Amanda Rodrigues, PhD student

55 16 33150737

amanda_rodrigues@usp.br

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Débora Bevilaqua Grossi, PhD

55 16 33155515

deborabg@fmrp.usp.br

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