Pilates may offer a new path to jaw pain relief

This study tests whether an 8-week Pilates program can reduce pain and improve jaw function in women with myogenic temporomandibular disorders (TMD), a common cause of jaw pain and stiffness. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a control group receiving standard education and home exercises, or an intervention group that also does supervised Pilates three times a week. Researchers will measure changes in pain sensitivity, jaw movement, posture, stress, and quality of life to see if Pilates adds meaningful benefit as a complementary therapy.