Recruiting NA Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome

New treatment option for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome

Official title Effect of Progressive Neck Motor Control Exercises on Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06148818

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The primary aim of this study was to investigate the effects of progressive neck motor control exercises on craniocervical pain, posture, function and kinesiophobia in different types of temporomandibular dysfunction. The secondary aim of the study was to examine the differences between the effects of progressive neck motor control exercises on different types of temporomandibular dysfunction.
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Who can take part

Ages 18 to 55. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • 18 to 55 years old,
  • Temporomandibular joint-related complaints for at least 3 months,
  • Temporomandibular dysfunction is diagnosed as a result of clinical and radiological evaluation by the dentist,
  • Neck pain of 3 or more according to the numeric pain scale

You likely can't join if

  • Cognitive problems,
  • The one with the splint,
  • Those who have used painkillers or muscle relaxants for temporomandibular dysfunction complaints in the last 1 week,
  • With any systematic joint or muscle disease (e.g. fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis),
  • Those with serious systemic diseases,
  • Any neurological disorder (e.g. trigeminal neuralgia),
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • 18 to 55 years old,
  • Temporomandibular joint-related complaints for at least 3 months,
  • Temporomandibular dysfunction is diagnosed as a result of clinical and radiological evaluation by the dentist,
  • Neck pain of 3 or more according to the numeric pain scale
What rules you out
  • Cognitive problems,
  • The one with the splint,
  • Those who have used painkillers or muscle relaxants for temporomandibular dysfunction complaints in the last 1 week,
  • With any systematic joint or muscle disease (e.g. fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis),
  • Those with serious systemic diseases,
  • Any neurological disorder (e.g. trigeminal neuralgia),
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding,
  • Treated for Temporomandibular joint or orofacial muscle pain in the last 3 months,
  • Has undergone an operation/trauma to the cervical region and/or temporomandibular joint,
  • Positive vertebrobasilar artery test

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye)

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

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How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 55 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.