Comparing two ways to fix the jaw joint disc
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares a new, quicker arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery system to the standard method for repositioning the disc inside the jaw joint. It's for people with a TMJ disc problem that hasn't improved with other treatments.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a TMJ (jaw joint) problem where the disc is out of place and doesn't go back (called 'internal derangement').
- You've already tried non-surgical treatments (like physical therapy, medication, or a mouthguard) that didn't help enough.
- You have not had any prior surgery on the same jaw joint.
- You do not have rheumatoid arthritis, other inflammatory joint disease, or severe arthritis in the jaw.
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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