TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DISORDERS

This study looked at whether mesotherapy — injecting anti-inflammatory medicine into the skin near the jaw — can help people with chronic jaw muscle pain. Twenty-two adults with myofascial pain syndrome received treatment over 4 weeks. Researchers measured pain levels and how wid…

This completed study tested a laser device (BTL-043) on 31 adults with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain. Participants received four 20-minute laser sessions over a few weeks. Researchers measured pain levels, jaw movement, and daily function at 1 and 3 months after treatment to…

This study tested five different non-surgical treatments for jaw joint (TMJ) pain in 160 adults. Treatments included a mouthguard, low-level laser therapy, laser acupuncture, or combinations of these. The goal was to see which approach best reduced pain and improved mouth opening…

This study tested two injection treatments for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems that cause jaw pain and clicking. Twenty patients received either Botox into a jaw muscle or platelet-rich fibrin (a substance made from their own blood) into the joint space. Researchers measur…

This study tested whether low-level laser therapy, combined with a self-care program, could help people with jaw joint pain (TMJ disorders). 66 adults with recent jaw muscle pain received the treatment. Researchers measured pain levels, jaw movement, and tender spots to see if th…

This study tested a new way to design a jaw splint for people with a common jaw joint problem (TMJ disc displacement). Instead of the usual method, doctors used a computer analysis called VTO to find the best splint position. 20 adults with confirmed TMJ disc displacement took pa…

This study tested whether injecting a concentrate of the patient's own blood proteins (I-PRF) into the jaw joint could reduce pain and improve jaw opening in people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. 49 adults with TMJ pain or limited jaw movement received the injectio…

This completed study from Cairo University looked at 68 adults with chronic jaw joint problems and forward head posture. Researchers measured the angle of the head and neck and compared it to jaw symptoms and movement. The goal was to see if there is a link between poor head post…

This study looked at how certain personality traits, physical symptoms without clear cause, and social support relate to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, which cause jaw pain and difficulty chewing. Researchers compared 90 adults with TMJ disorders to healthy volunteers u…

This study looked at 102 adults to see how common restless legs syndrome is in people with temporomandibular joint (jaw) disorders. Researchers also checked if having both conditions affects sleep quality and daily life. Participants filled out questionnaires about their symptoms…

This study looked at how common jaw joint disorders (TMD) are among 600 university students. Researchers also checked if oral habits, eating patterns, and food choices might be linked to TMD. The goal was to find possible risk factors in this young adult group.

This study looked back at records of 67 children to see if a broken front tooth from an injury could lead to hidden changes in the jaw joint. Researchers used special 3D X-rays (CBCT) to measure joint spaces and check for pain. They found that children with tooth fractures had di…

This study looked at how temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders affect a person's sense of body position, pain sensitivity, and overall body awareness. Researchers measured these factors in 60 young adults aged 18 to 25. The goal was to better understand TMJ problems beyond just…