Jaw exercises with counter-strain therapy for TMJ pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a combination of jaw exercises and a hands-on therapy (counter-strain) to reduce pain and improve jaw movement and quality of life in people with jaw joint (TMJ) problems caused by muscle issues.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 50 years old.
- You have jaw pain that increases with chewing, talking, or clenching your teeth.
- Your mouth opening is limited (less than 40 mm) or painful.
- The pain is on one side of your face only.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you do not have metal implants in your mouth.
- You have not had recent oral surgery or trauma to the jaw area.
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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