Comparing treatments for jaw joint disc displacement
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares two treatments for a jaw joint problem where the disc is out of place. One treatment is a procedure called arthroscopic surgery (ARS), the other is ARS with a joint washout and injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to help healing. This study aims to see which approach works better for pain and clicking.
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Who can take part
- You have a jaw joint problem where the disc inside the joint is displaced forward
- You have limited mouth opening or trouble opening your mouth fully
- You have symptoms like jaw pain, discomfort, or clicking when opening or closing your mouth
- You have audible clicking in the jaw joint
- You have pain or tenderness around the jaw joint, which may spread to the ear, temple, or neck
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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