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Tests treatment safety and results for Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
Official title Effectiveness of the Fascial Distortion Model in Temporomandibular Disorders: A Randomized Sham-controlled Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06627855
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of the study was to investigate the effectiveness of Manual Therapy Based on the Fascial Distortion Model in individuals with temporomandibular disorders compared to sham control. Individuals diagnosed with temporomandibular disorder will be randomly assigned to groups as Group 1 (Manual Therapy Based on Fascial Distortion Model) and Group 2 (Sham Control).
- 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 64
You may be able to join if
- Having temporomandibular joint complaints and being diagnosed with temporomandibular disorder according to the Diagnostic Criteria for...
- Understand and be willing to answer assessment questions
- A temporomandibular joint complaint for the last three months
- Pain in the jaw, face or neck
You likely can't join if
- Has a systemic disease (neurological, rheumatologic, oncologic, etc.) that may affect the temporomandibular joint, cervical spine and/or assessment
- Any history of trauma that may have affected the cranio-cervico-facial region
- Having undergone any surgical intervention in the cranio-cervico-facial region within the last six months
- Receiving surgical treatment, medical treatment, splint therapy or physiotherapy for temporomandibular disorder in the last month
- Radiotherapy in the head and neck region
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
See the full eligibility criteria
- Having temporomandibular joint complaints and being diagnosed with temporomandibular disorder according to the Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders Axis I
- Understand and be willing to answer assessment questions
- A temporomandibular joint complaint for the last three months
- Pain in the jaw, face or neck
- Has a systemic disease (neurological, rheumatologic, oncologic, etc.) that may affect the temporomandibular joint, cervical spine and/or assessment
- Any history of trauma that may have affected the cranio-cervico-facial region
- Having undergone any surgical intervention in the cranio-cervico-facial region within the last six months
- Receiving surgical treatment, medical treatment, splint therapy or physiotherapy for temporomandibular disorder in the last month
- Radiotherapy in the head and neck region
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Exercise therapy for craniocervical posture for the last month
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Merkez, Karabük Province, 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?
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 64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Merkez, Karabük Province, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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