Arthroscopic joint washout with or without hyaluronic acid injection for jaw joint locking
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether a minimally invasive procedure (arthroscopic lysis and lavage) to clean out the jaw joint works better with or without an added injection of hyaluronic acid (a lubricating fluid). It is for people whose jaw joint is locked due to a displaced disc that does not reduce, and whose symptoms have not improved with other treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a locked jaw due to a disc displacement that does not reduce, diagnosed by a specialist and confirmed by MRI.
- You have tried at least 3 months of conservative treatments (like physical therapy, splints, or medications) without success.
- You do not have other jaw joint diseases (like arthritis) or prior jaw surgery.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have severe health conditions (like heart disease, autoimmune disorders, or uncontrolled diabetes) that could increase surgical risks.
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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