Ultrasound vs virtual reality for jaw pain after tooth extraction
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments—ultrasound therapy and virtual reality—to see which better relieves jaw pain and improves mouth opening after tooth extraction. It may help you recover more comfortably.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have had a tooth removed recently.
- You are between 40 and 60 years old.
- You have jaw pain or difficulty opening your mouth fully.
- You have not had surgery on your jaw joint (like arthroscopy).
- You do not have diabetes or other systemic diseases.
- You do not have any neurological conditions.
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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