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The Effect of Osteopathic Manipulative Techniques on Human Tear Composition
Sponsor: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Summary
This is a pilot study to determine if osteopathic manipulation can alter the concentration of proteins and lipids in human tears.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2026-09-01
Completion Date
2026-10-31
Last Updated
2026-08-25
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment
Sequential Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment of suboccipital 4-step release, occipital mastoid suture release, and sphenopalatine ganglion release.
Sham
Sham protocol including holding of the occiput and thoracic area and cranial vault hold without interaction with the motion.
Locations (1)
Plaza 38 Medical Offices
Erie, Pennsylvania, United States