Hands-On therapy shows promise for jaw pain relief
NCT ID NCT07210957
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether manual therapy (hands-on techniques like massage and pressure) can help people with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) and neck pain. 48 adults received either manual therapy or therapeutic exercise. Researchers measured muscle thickness, pain sensitivity, jaw movement, and anxiety. The goal was to see if manual therapy offers better relief than standard exercises.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Manual therapy (myofascial release and trigger point therapy)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to ease jaw pain and improve jaw function for people with TMD.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 48 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and manual therapy may not work better than other treatments like exercise.
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Locations
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Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Bolu, 14300, Turkey (Türkiye)