Tools to help face movement after injury or burn
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a set of tools (like splints and exercises) to help people who have had facial injuries or burns improve their ability to move their face, mouth, and jaw. The goal is to help you chew, speak, and express yourself better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 7 and 100 years old.
- You have had a facial injury, trauma, or burn, and it is now in the healing phase, not fresh.
- You have trouble doing things like opening your mouth, chewing, speaking, or moving your face.
- You can do exercises at home and have a smartphone or computer with internet for telehealth visits.
- You agree to stop other facial treatments (like surgery, compression garments, or skin grafts) during the 8-week trial.
- You do not have a history of a neurological disorder (like a brain or nerve condition).
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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