Laser ear therapy for jaw pain and anxiety
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mental health, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests if a low-level laser applied to the ear can reduce jaw muscle pain and anxiety. If you have jaw muscle pain and mild to moderate anxiety, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have jaw muscle pain (like soreness in your chewing muscles) that has happened at least once in the past month and lasted an hour or more.
- Your jaw pain is caused by the muscles (not the joint), and you feel at least some anxiety.
- You do not have skin problems, tattoos, or recent injuries on or near your ear.
- You are not using certain medications like steroids, strong pain relievers, or antibiotics that make skin sensitive to light.
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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