Comparing tests for jaw joint pain diagnosis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two different ways to diagnose jaw joint (TMJ) problems: a jaw-motion analyzer and an MRI. It aims to see which method is more accurate for people with ongoing face or jaw pain.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have had pain in your face or jaw area for at least the past 30 days.
- Your bite is Class I (normal alignment) — not an overbite, underbite, or deep bite.
- You do not have any metal implants, pacemaker, or severe obesity.
- You are comfortable in enclosed spaces (not claustrophobic) for an MRI.
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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