Heat pads vs. massage guns: which soothes a tight jaw best?
NCT ID NCT07237087
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether applying heat pads or using a massage gun can reduce stiffness in the jaw muscle (masseter). Researchers will measure muscle stiffness with a special ultrasound in 40 healthy adults. The goal is to gather data that could lead to better treatments for jaw pain and disorders like TMD.
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Locations
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Zentrum für Zahnmedizin
RECRUITINGZurich, Canton of Zurich, 8032, Switzerland
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