Steroid shot or sports tape: which eases wisdom tooth pain better?
NCT ID NCT07719270
First seen Jul 22, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a single injection of triamcinolone (a steroid) or kinesiology tape applied to the cheek can reduce pain, swelling, and jaw stiffness after surgical wisdom tooth removal. Sixty adults aged 18–40 will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: steroid injection plus standard care, kinesiology tape plus standard care, or standard care alone. Recovery will be tracked over one week to see which approach offers the most relief.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- triamcinolone acetonide injection or kinesiology taping
- What this could lead to
- If effective, these approaches could offer faster, more comfortable recovery after wisdom tooth surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. Results may not apply to all patients, and individual responses to treatment can vary.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Allama Iqbal Medical College & Jinnah Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54590, Pakistan
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