Laser and jaw exercises for jaw joint pain
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether low-level laser therapy combined with special jaw exercises (Rocabado's approach) can help people with painful jaw joint problems who have trouble opening their mouth wide. It aims to reduce pain and improve jaw movement.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- You have had jaw joint pain or problems for at least 12 weeks.
- A doctor has confirmed your jaw joint problem.
- You can open your mouth less than 25 mm (about the width of two fingers).
- You have not had any surgery or recent dental work on your jaw joint.
- You do not have other joint diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, connective tissue disorders, or recent infections in the head or neck area.
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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