Expressive writing for chronic jaw pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether a guided expressive writing program can help people with long-term jaw pain feel better. It aims to see if the program is practical and acceptable for patients.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have had jaw pain (TMD) for more than 3 months.
- Your jaw pain is at least moderate (grade II or higher on a pain scale).
- You can read and speak English.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you are not currently in another clinical trial.
- You do not have a history of severe mental health conditions (like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder) or substance abuse.
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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