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New treatment option for Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
Official title The Effect of Manual Physical Therapy and Exercise in Addition to Routine Dental Care in Individuals With Temporomandibular Disorders
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06602375
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this randomized clinical trial among US military active-duty service-members with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) is to determine whether standard care plus 6-weeks of tailored, individualized physical therapy (PT) treatment provides greater benefit than standard care alone in patient-reported outcomes, and maximal mouth opening. The aims of the study are to compare outcomes in individuals with TMD that receive standard care treatment versus standard care plus PT interventions at 0-, 6-, and 12-weeks.
- Which group you join is 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 18 to 55
You may be able to join if
- Active-Duty Service Members
- Complaint of TMD symptoms
- Must be able to be followed for twelve weeks after consent
- TMD Screener score ≥ 3 45
You likely can't join if
- Actively in a Trainee status
- Utilized oral device in past 6 months
- Facial injection therapy in the prior 6 months
- Facial surgery in the preceding 6 months
- Serious spinal pathology (acute fracture, active cancer, instability)
- Diagnosed neurological or rheumatological disease
See the full eligibility criteria
- Active-Duty Service Members
- Complaint of TMD symptoms
- Must be able to be followed for twelve weeks after consent
- TMD Screener score ≥ 3 45
- Actively in a Trainee status
- Utilized oral device in past 6 months
- Facial injection therapy in the prior 6 months
- Facial surgery in the preceding 6 months
- Serious spinal pathology (acute fracture, active cancer, instability)
- Diagnosed neurological or rheumatological disease
- Currently under litigation related to temporomandibular or cervical spine pain(s)
- Currently undergoing Medical Evaluation Board (MEB)
- Retiring or separating from the military within a year
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 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, 18 years to 55 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 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.