Real-Time MRI captures jaw joint motion to unlock TMJ disorder mysteries
NCT ID NCT06070558
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study uses a special real-time MRI technique to watch how the jaw joint moves in healthy people and in those with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. By comparing the motion patterns, researchers hope to better understand what goes wrong in TMJ disorders. The study involves 60 adults who will undergo an MRI scan while moving their jaw.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to better imaging techniques for diagnosing and understanding temporomandibular joint disorders.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study with a small sample size, so results may not apply to all patients. It aims to characterize movement, not test a treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHRU de Nancy
RECRUITINGNancy, 54000, France
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