Dry Needling vs TENS for Jaw Pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares two treatments—dry needling and a device called TENS—to see which works better for long-lasting jaw muscle pain. It may help if you have had pain or tenderness in your jaw muscles for three months or more.
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Who can take part
- You have had pain in your chewing muscles for at least 3 months.
- A doctor has found tender spots (trigger points) in your jaw or cheek muscles.
- Your average pain is a 4 or higher on a 0–10 scale.
- You feel pain in front of your ear or inside your ear when resting or using your jaw.
- You are not pregnant and do not take opioids or certain pain medications regularly.
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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