Jaw joint injection: camera-guided versus ultrasound-guided
This trial compares two ways of giving a treatment injection into the jaw joint for people with painful jaw joint problems. One method uses a small camera during a procedure called arthroscopy, and the other uses an ultrasound to guide the needle.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old
- You have had jaw joint pain for at least 3 months, with pain level of 4 or higher on a 0–10 scale
- You have trouble opening your mouth fully or have pain when using your jaw
- You have already tried conservative care (like a soft diet, pain medicine, a splint, or physical therapy) for 4–6 weeks without enough improvement
- You have not had surgery on the jaw joint or an injection into it in the past 3–6 months
- You do not have other medical conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, bleeding problems, or are not pregnant or breastfeeding
Quick eligibility check
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