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Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment RCT and Computational Modeling for Head Injuries in Mixed Martial Artists
NCT06851234 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose is to test how osteopathic medicine (OMM) improves recovery after a hit to the head during Mixed Martials Arts (MMA). The small changes in the bone, joints, and fluids during head injuries may lead to traumatic brain injury (TBI). The OMM is adjusting the body with the doctors' hands. The goal is to restore alignment and release tension. The head is treated with the doctors' hands placed gently on the head or face. It was previously found to improve symptoms and recovery of memory after head injuries in college athletes. There haven't been clinical trials of this procedure in MMA fighters. Yet, they often get injuries to the part of the brain that releases hormones. Referrals for tests for the hormones are available. Individuals who participate in MMA fighting or sparring matches may join this study. Those who don't get hit in the head or a concussion will contribute to our understanding the osteopathic structural physical exam and fluid dynamics of the head in relation to brain function tests. Those who get hit in the head may be put in the treatment procedure or sham-placebo group. Participants will not be told which group they are in. We anticipate that 100 individuals of any gender will enroll in this study at NYIT Academic Health Care Center (AHCC). To be in this study, the participant must: Part 1 - Before the fight: 1. Plan to participate in an MMA fight or sparring match, 2. 18 to 50 years of age, 3. Be able to do online cognitive neuropsychology tests for memory, reaction time, and symptoms. Part-2-After the fight: (1) Have been hit in the head, or had a head injury, during a fight The participant cannot be in this study if they have: Part 1- Before the fight: 1. a current or previous spinal cord injury, 2. a traumatic brain injury within the past six months, 3. inability to tolerate the sports physical, 4. a diagnosis of brain degeneration, 5. low hormones levels from the brain, 6. Pregnancy Participants won't get referred for hormone te
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- PROCEDURE osteopathic manipulative medicine
- PROCEDURE The sham light touch will be performed by an investigator not trained in bodywork or a first--year osteopathic medical student.
Study Locations (1)
New York
- Academic Health Care Center of NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine — Greenvale
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 100 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-11-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-01 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06851234
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06851234 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 100 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is New York Institute of Technology, which has 76 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Head Injury Trauma appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which osteopathic manipulative medicine is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06851234 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include New York. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06851234 about?
NCT06851234 is a clinical study titled "Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment RCT and Computational Modeling for Head Injuries in Mixed Martial Artists". The purpose is to test how osteopathic medicine (OMM) improves recovery after a hit to the head during Mixed Martials Arts (MMA). The small changes in the bone, joints, and fluids during head injuries may lead to traumatic brain injury (TBI). The OMM is adjusting the body with the doctors' hands. Th...
What is the current status of trial NCT06851234?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 100 participants. The study started on 2024-11-01. Estimated completion is 2026-12-01.
What conditions does trial NCT06851234 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Head Injury Trauma. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06851234?
The interventions under investigation include: osteopathic manipulative medicine (PROCEDURE), The sham light touch will be performed by an investigator not trained in bodywork or a first--year osteopathic medical student. (PROCEDURE). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06851234?
This trial is sponsored by New York Institute of Technology, which has 76 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06851234 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across New York. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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