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Official title The Effect of Intraoral Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation in Orthodontics Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06573996
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to determine whether an intraoral Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) device can reduce pain during orthodontic alignment and leveling in adolescents and adults. The study aims to compare the effectiveness of the TENS device in reducing pain on one side of the mouth, where the device is used, to the other side, where a non-functioning (placebo) device is applied.
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 12 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- General Health: Patients who are generally healthy.
- Orthodontic Treatment: Patients undergoing orthodontic treatment that requires the use of full-fixed appliances.
- No Pain Medication: Patients not currently taking any medications for pain management.
You likely can't join if
- Patients with a history of seizures
- Patients with or with a history of cardiac arrhythmias or pacemaker treatment
- Patients taking any over-the-counter or prescription pain medication during the testing period.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- San Francisco, California, United States
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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, 12 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include San Francisco, California, United States. 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.