Chronic jaw pain may drive heavier drinking, new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06659991

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Minnesota Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at how chronic jaw pain (TMD) influences drinking patterns in heavy drinkers. Researchers will compare people with and without TMD pain, measuring how they drink alcohol in a lab setting and in daily life. The goal is to understand why pain increases the risk of alcohol-related problems, which could lead to better support for those affected.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: ethanol
What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help explain why people with chronic pain are at higher risk for alcohol problems, pointing toward better prevention strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an early-phase observational study with only 160 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It looks at behavior, not treatment, so no direct health benefit is expected.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain temporomandibular joint disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDER (TMD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Minnesota
RECRUITING

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55414, United States

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