Massage versus standard care for teeth grinding
Treatments studied
Part of Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a classical massage can help relieve jaw tension and other symptoms of teeth grinding (bruxism) in college students, compared to standard treatments. If you grind or clench your teeth and are between 18 and 27, this might be a non-invasive option to explore.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 27 years old
- Have at least two signs of bruxism, like worn teeth, sore jaw muscles, or indentations on your tongue or cheek
- Not have any neurological disease
- Not have had Botox in your masticatory (chewing) muscles in the past year
- Not be on antidepressant medications that affect your central nervous system
- Not currently using a dental splint or mouthguard
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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