Hard mouth guard vs conservative care for jaw joint pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments for jaw joint (TMJ) pain: a hard mouth guard (splint) versus conservative care like pain relief and jaw exercises. If you have TMJ pain, this trial could help you find the most effective approach.
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Who can take part
- You must have been diagnosed with a TMJ disorder by a doctor or dentist.
- You must be willing to participate and sign a consent form.
- You cannot have had recent jaw surgery or trauma to the jaw area.
- You cannot have certain joint diseases, like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, osteopetrosis, or osteomalacia.
- You cannot be using another mouth guard or bite splint, or be in active braces treatment.
Quick eligibility check
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