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Papers: 26 Jan 2019 - 1 Feb 2019

PAIN TYPE:
Migraine/Headache


2019 May 01


Phys Ther


99


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Which Examination Tests Detect Differences in Cervical Musculoskeletal Impairments in People With Migraine? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Authors

Szikszay TM, Hoenick S, von Korn K, Meise R, Schwarz A, Starke W, Luedtke K
Phys Ther. 2019 May 01; 99(5):549-569.
PMID: 30690564.

Abstract

Most patients with migraine report associated neck pain. Whether neck pain is a symptom of migraine or an indicator for associated cervical musculoskeletal impairment has not yet been determined. Physical examination tests to detect cervical impairments in people with headache have been suggested, but results have not been evaluated systematically and combined in meta-analyses.