Laser therapy for jaw muscle pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares two types of laser treatment to see which works better for jaw muscle pain. It may help reduce pain and improve jaw function.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have jaw muscle pain that has lasted at least 3 months.
- The pain is mainly in the cheek muscles (masseter) on the side of your face.
- Your pain level is 6 or higher on a 0–10 scale.
- You have not had laser therapy or other treatments for this pain in the last 3 months.
- You have not had any neck surgery, neck trauma, or neck problems in the last year.
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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