Jaw pain from teeth grinding? hands-on therapy and simple exercises may help
NCT ID NCT07058311
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested two non-drug approaches for bruxism (teeth grinding) in 30 young adults. One group received hands-on manual therapy to the jaw and neck, while the other did home exercises. Both groups also learned about bruxism. The goal was to see if these treatments could reduce pain, improve jaw movement, and relax muscles. The results could offer simple, drug-free options for managing bruxism symptoms.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Manual therapy and home exercise program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward effective non-drug treatments for bruxism pain and jaw stiffness.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects may be modest or not last long-term.
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Bartın University, Health Services Vocational School
Bartın, Turkey (Türkiye)