Pain education for jaw joint pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests two ways of learning about pain to help people with long-lasting jaw joint pain. It compares one long session versus several shorter sessions to see which works better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 60 years old.
- You have had jaw joint pain for at least 3 months, with a pain level of 3 or higher (on a 0 to 10 scale).
- You can speak and understand Brazilian Portuguese.
- You do not have other major pain conditions like fibromyalgia or arthritis.
- You have not had surgery or major trauma to the face or neck.
- You have not had physical therapy in the last 6 months.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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