Needles vs. splints: which eases grinding jaw pain best?
NCT ID NCT07511335
First seen Apr 08, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study looked at two treatments for jaw pain caused by teeth grinding (bruxism): dry needling (using thin needles on trigger points) and a stabilization splint (a custom mouthguard). Forty adults with jaw muscle pain were followed for six months. Researchers measured pain levels, how wide they could open their mouth, and their quality of life to see which approach worked better.
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Kocaeli University
Kocaeli, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
dry needling (acupuncture-like procedure) and stabilization splint (dental device)
What this could lead to
If one treatment proves better, it could give doctors a clearer choice for managing jaw pain and improving mouth function in people with teeth grinding.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Also, patients chose their treatment, which can bias outcomes.
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