Laser and exercises for jaw pain and stiffness
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests two non-surgical treatments for painful jaw joints: low-level laser therapy and a set of jaw exercises called Rocabado's approach. It aims to see if these can improve your ability to open your mouth and reduce pain.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- You have had jaw pain or trouble opening your mouth for at least 12 weeks (about 3 months).
- You can open your mouth less than 25 millimeters (about 1 inch).
- You have not had surgery or a fracture in or around the jaw joint.
- You do not have serious joint diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis), nerve problems, or recent infections in the head or neck.
- You have not had dental work or a new bite appliance (like braces or dentures) in the last 12 weeks.
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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