Low-level laser therapy for chronic jaw pain
Part of Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special laser device called the Erchonia EVRL can reduce chronic jaw pain caused by TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders. You would receive laser treatment and rate your pain over time to see if the laser helps more than a placebo.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Age 22–75 years old
- Constant jaw pain for at least 3 months with a pain rating of 50 or higher on a 0–100 scale
- Diagnosis of TMJ-related muscle or joint pain confirmed by a healthcare provider
- Able to stop all pain medications (except Tylenol) and other jaw pain treatments during the study
- Fluent in English and able to complete study visits and pain rating forms
- No recent jaw surgery, joint injections, or nerve pain conditions affecting the face
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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