Fascial stretch method for jaw pain relief
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests a hands-on technique called the fascial distortion model to see if it works better than a sham treatment for reducing jaw, face, or neck pain. It may help if you have had a jaw disorder for at least 3 months.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have jaw pain, face pain, or neck pain for at least 3 months
- You have been diagnosed with a temporomandibular disorder (TMD) by a doctor using the official criteria
- You are able to understand and answer questions about your condition
- You have not had recent surgery, treatment, or therapy for your jaw in the past month
- You do not have other serious health problems affecting your jaw or neck
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests a physiotherapy program to see if it reduces jaw joint pain and tenderness. It might help you if you have persistent jaw pain on one side of your face.
This study tests if a digital relaxation program can help reduce jaw pain caused by temporomandibular disorders (TMD). It may be a good option if you have jaw muscle or joint pain and want to try a non-drug approach.
This study tests whether acupuncture can reduce jaw pain caused by a common jaw joint disorder (TMD). If you have had jaw pain for at least 3 months, this treatment might offer relief without the side effects of medication.
This trial tests whether gentle neck therapy (manual therapy) can help reduce jaw muscle pain. If you have chronic jaw pain, you may receive neck treatment to see if it eases your discomfort.
This study tests a gentle hands-on treatment (osteopathic manual therapy) for jaw pain or problems in people with fibromyalgia. The goal is to see if this approach can help ease jaw discomfort and improve function.
This study tests whether certain tongue and jaw exercises can change how your jaw muscles work, which may help reduce jaw muscle pain. If you have had ongoing jaw pain for more than 3 months, you might be a fit.
Hear when a new Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.