Jaw pain relief: which physical therapy technique works best?
NCT ID NCT07328269
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two common physical therapy techniques—Mulligan and Maitland mobilization—for treating temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, which causes jaw pain and limited movement. Thirty adults with TMJ pain will be randomly assigned to one of the two techniques, combined with muscle release and exercises, over six sessions in two weeks. The goal is to see which method better reduces pain and improves jaw mobility.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Mulligan mobilization and Maitland mobilization (physical therapy techniques)
- What this could lead to
- If one technique works better, it could point to a more effective physical therapy approach for easing jaw pain and improving movement.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage trial with only 30 people. Results may not apply to everyone with TMJ dysfunction, and the benefit over standard care is uncertain.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
RECRUITINGIslamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan
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