Myofascial pain syndrome

This study tests whether adding the drug sodium valproate to a standard jaw-washing procedure can lower inflammation in people with a painful jaw joint condition. Ten female participants with jaw clicking and pain will receive the drug intravenously during the procedure. Research…

This observational study tests three non-invasive technologies—ultrasound, electrical impedance, and nerve excitability tests—to see if they can reliably diagnose myofascial pain syndrome. Researchers will compare results from 90 people with and without the condition. The goal is…

This study aims to develop new imaging methods to better detect and understand myofascial pain, a common muscle pain condition. Researchers will compare 52 participants—some with myofascial pain and some healthy—using MRI, muscle electrical activity, and fiber-optic imaging. The …

This study compares lifestyle counseling alone versus lifestyle counseling combined with clinical Pilates in 62 women with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure pain, jaw function, post…

This study looks at how two common treatments for myofascial jaw pain—a mouth splint and lidocaine injections—affect the muscles of the jaw and neck. Researchers use ultrasound to see changes in muscle structure, like how well the muscle fibers reflect sound waves. The goal is to…

This study compares two manual therapy techniques—Positional Release Technique and Post Isometric Relaxation—to see which better reduces pain, improves neck movement, and eases daily disability in people with tight levator scapulae muscles. About 44 adults aged 25 to 40 with neck…

This study is testing whether a drink containing CBD and CBN can reduce facial pain and headaches caused by muscle tension. 42 adults with pain lasting over 3 months will be randomly assigned to receive either the CBD/CBN drink or a placebo. Researchers will measure pain and musc…

This study tests whether wearing a custom mouth splint and getting a granisetron injection into the jaw muscle reduces pain from temporomandibular disorders (TMD) better than the splint alone or with lidocaine. About 48 adults with jaw muscle pain will be followed for 6 months. T…

This study aimed to see if a lidocaine injection or a lidocaine patch works better for muscle pain in the neck and back. It was designed for adults visiting the emergency department. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled.

This study tests whether injecting collagen into the neck can reduce pain and inflammation in people with long-term neck muscle pain. Forty adults with chronic neck pain will receive either collagen or a standard painkiller injection over five weekly sessions. Researchers will me…

This study looks at how many times a needle should be passed through a trigger point to best relieve myofascial pain. 300 adults with chronic muscle pain will be randomly assigned to receive 2, 10, or 20 needle passes during their injection. Researchers will measure pain relief, …

This study tests a computer-guided needle technique combined with a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection for people with a painful jaw joint condition called temporomandibular disorder (TMD). The goal is to see if the computer-guided method improves jaw function and reduces pain …

This study looked at whether having more frequent contact with a clinician (at least once a week) improves satisfaction for people with long-lasting musculoskeletal conditions. Participants were split into two groups: one with standard contact and one with extra check-ins via tex…

This study tests whether a Norwegian clinic (NSAC) helps people with common mental health issues or muscle pain return to work sooner. 2500 adults are split into three groups: one gets treatment quickly, one waits 10-14 weeks, and one gets a basic check-up. Researchers will track…

This study looks at tiny particles called exosomes, taken from a patient's own platelet-rich plasma, to see if they might help repair jaw joints. Researchers will compare these exosomes with other blood products in lab tests on cells. The goal is to understand their content and p…

This study is investigating whether bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching) is associated with pelvic pain, erectile dysfunction, and anxiety in young men aged 18-30. Researchers will use questionnaires and physical exams to assess 100 participants. The goal is to better understand…

This study uses a special total-body PET/CT scanner to take detailed images of muscles and tissues in people with chronic low back pain caused by myofascial pain. The goal is to find new ways to measure pain-related changes in the body, such as blood flow and tissue health. Fifty…

This study explores whether bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching) is related to pelvic floor dysfunction in young women aged 18-30. Researchers will use questionnaires and physical exams to assess jaw function, pelvic floor symptoms, and anxiety in 100 participants. The goal is t…

This study looks back at the medical records of about 4 million people who had physical or occupational therapy for muscle and joint problems. Researchers want to see if different ways of giving therapy lead to different results. No new treatments are tested—the goal is to learn …

This study explores whether the levels of certain receptors (CB1, CB2, TRPV-1) in the blood are linked to chronic orofacial pain from jaw muscles. Researchers will compare 102 adults with and without this pain, using blood tests and clinical exams. The goal is to understand how t…

This study aimed to see if a mobile monitoring tool could accurately identify surgical site infections (SSIs) in orthopedic surgery patients, compared to the usual manual review. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. It was design…

This study aimed to find out how many people with trigeminal neuralgia (a severe facial nerve pain condition) also have temporomandibular disorder (TMD), which causes jaw pain. Researchers planned to follow patients from three clinics and test a questionnaire to better diagnose b…

This study tests a new imaging method called MR Elastography to measure how muscles and their surrounding tissues move in people with myofascial pain syndrome. Researchers will compare results from 106 participants, including those with chronic pain and healthy volunteers. The go…