Core exercises for jaw joint pain relief
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether strengthening your core muscles (belly and back) can help reduce jaw pain and improve jaw function. You would attend 6 physical therapy sessions over 3 months.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You have had jaw pain or jaw joint problems in the last 30 days.
- You can and will attend at least 6 physical therapy sessions over 3 months.
- You speak English or can have a qualified interpreter help you.
- You can safely do physical exercises.
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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