Clinical trials
TMD clinical trials
Below are recruiting tmd clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 38 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07018791RecruitingPhase 3
Art-based pain test for jaw joint disorder patients
This trial tests if using art can help measure pain in people with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). It may offer a new way to understand and manage your pain without surgery.
Jeddah, Mecca RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06932406Recruiting
Personality and self-help for jaw pain
This study tests whether a self-management program for jaw and face pain works differently in people with different personalities. You will learn techniques to manage your pain at home.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–65 - NCT07474662Recruiting
Online vs. in-person physiotherapy for jaw muscle pain
This trial compares online physiotherapy sessions with face-to-face visits to see which works better for treating jaw muscle pain (myalgia). It aims to find a more convenient way to get care for this common condition.
Budapest, Pest CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07203456Recruiting
Teaching dental students about jaw pain
This trial tests different ways to teach dental students about temporomandibular disorders (jaw pain conditions). It aims to find the best teaching method so future dentists can better help patients with jaw pain.
Downers Grove, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06977100Recruiting
Journaling study for jaw pain with other chronic pain conditions
This study tests if a journaling program can help people with jaw pain and at least one other chronic pain condition (like fibromyalgia, IBS, or migraines). You will write about your thoughts and feelings to see if it reduces pain and improves well-being.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT06912438Enrolling by invitation
Emotional release after dry needling for jaw and head pain
This study tests whether a dry needling technique (trigger point needling) can help release emotional tension and reduce pain from muscle knots in the head and neck. It may be a good option if you have jaw or headache pain related to muscle tightness.
Tel Aviv, IsraelAges 18 years+ - NCT06659991RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Pain and daily tasks in jaw joint disorder
This study tests how pain from a jaw joint disorder (TMD) affects your ability to do daily tasks. You'll track your pain and activities on your smartphone to help researchers understand the link.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21–65 - NCT06617494Recruiting
Study of pain control in chronic jaw pain
This study looks at how well the body's natural pain control system works in people with long-term jaw pain (TMD). It compares people with and without jaw pain to better understand why some have trouble turning off pain signals.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–74 - NCT07850674Recruiting
Spinal stiffness and fear of movement in Parkinson's
This study looks at how Parkinson's disease affects neck and back movement, stiffness, and fear of movement, in relation to jaw joint problems. The results may help improve therapies that target flexibility and quality of life.
HatayAges 35–75 - NCT07830836Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy and osteopathy for recent neck, back, or jaw pain
This study tests whether physiotherapy and osteopathic treatment can help relieve recent (acute) pain in the neck, lower back, or jaw joint. It aims to understand if these hands-on therapies reduce pain and improve jaw function.
Gorzów Wielkopolski, Lubusz VoivodeshipAges 20–40 - NCT07771296Recruiting
Using smart technology to improve diagnosis of jaw muscle pain
This study uses machine learning and MRI scans to better diagnose jaw muscle pain, which could lead to more tailored treatments. If you have persistent jaw pain that hasn't responded to basic painkillers, this trial might help you find a clearer diagnosis.
New Taipei City, SanxiaAges 18–70 - NCT07566936Enrolling by invitation
Digital vs. Traditional Splints for Jaw Joint Disorders
This study compares two types of custom-made jaw splints—one designed using digital technology and one made the traditional way—to see which better relieves jaw pain and improves mouth opening in people with temporomandibular disorder (TMD), a common condition affecting the jaw joint.
Islamabad, IslamabadAges 18–40 - NCT07517172Recruiting
Brain Stimulation Patch for Jaw Pain: Home Treatment Study
This study tests whether a small, stick-on electrical patch placed on your ear can reduce temporomandibular disorder (TMD) jaw pain when used at home. You would apply the patch yourself and complete surveys about your pain to help researchers learn if this non-invasive approach is safe and feasible.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT07507734Recruiting
Splint and exercise therapy for jaw joint pain
This trial tests whether a custom mouth splint combined with jaw exercises can reduce pain in the jaw joint (TMJ). It may help people who have had jaw joint pain for at least 3 months.
Istanbul, TuzlaAges 18–65 - NCT07511959Enrolling by invitation
Blood-derived treatment for chronic jaw pain
This trial tests whether a treatment made from your own blood (platelet-rich plasma exosomes) can help relieve long-term jaw joint pain and improve function. If you qualify, you would receive injections directly into your jaw area.
WroclawAges 18 years+ - NCT06760884Recruiting
Pregnancy and jaw function study
This study looks at jaw joint function, oral habits, and pain in pregnant and non-pregnant women. It aims to understand how pregnancy might affect these issues.
TrabzonAges 18–45 - NCT07499869Recruiting
4D virtual simulator for jaw joint diagnosis
This trial tests a new 4D virtual simulator to help diagnose disc displacement in the jaw joint. If you have been referred for an MRI of your jaw joints, this study may help improve how these problems are detected.
NiceAges 18 years+ - NCT07445516Recruiting
Bite adjustment for TMD: long-term follow-up
This trial follows up with people who previously had a dental bite adjustment (occlusal equilibration) for TMD (jaw or face muscle/joint pain). It compares their long-term results with a group that received a 'sham' (fake) procedure.
Santiago de Compostela, A CoruñaAges 18–85 - NCT07373184Recruiting
Virtual planning for jaw joint replacement
This study looks back at past jaw joint (TMJ) replacement surgeries to see how virtual planning helped. If you already had this surgery at a specific hospital between 2010 and 2025, you might be included.
LundAges Any age - NCT07351812Recruiting
Two treatments for jaw muscle pain
This study compares two different treatments for people who have pain in their jaw muscles (not the joint itself). It aims to find which treatment works better for muscle-related temporomandibular disorders (TMD).
AlexandriaAges 18–45 - NCT07304557Recruiting
Exercise therapy for jaw joint disorders
This study tests whether specific exercises can reduce pain and improve jaw and tongue function in people with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). It may help if you have jaw pain or clicking and have not had recent neck or jaw therapy.
Ankara, ALTINDAGAges 18–65 - NCT07297459Enrolling by invitation
Surgery options for a jaw joint problem
This trial compares two types of surgery to treat a common jaw joint problem where the disc slips out of place. It looks at which procedure works better for reducing pain and improving function.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT07288411Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for temporomandibular joint disorders
This study tests if a gentle device that stimulates a nerve in your neck (the vagus nerve) can reduce jaw pain and improve how your jaw moves. It could offer a new, non-drug option for people with TMJ disorders.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–50 - NCT07211711Recruiting
Splint therapy for tinnitus linked to jaw joint issues
This trial tests if a custom mouthpiece (occlusal splint) can relieve ringing in the ears (tinnitus) that started along with jaw or face pain (TMD). It aims to see if stabilizing the jaw helps reduce both the noise in your ears and the discomfort.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for tmd?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 38 recruiting tmd studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a tmd trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a tmd trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.