Brain scans reveal hidden changes in chronic jaw pain patients

NCT ID NCT07259902

First seen Dec 08, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looks at 60 people with chronic temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder to see if their pain and related anxiety or depression cause changes in the brain. Using fMRI scans, researchers will map brain activity patterns. The goal is to better understand these changes so that future treatments can be more targeted.

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Locations

  • University of Milan

    Milan, Italy

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