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Does speed matter? study tests graston technique for bruxism relief

NCT ID NCT07506733

Symptom relief Sponsor: Gazi University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks at whether the speed of a manual therapy called the Graston Technique affects muscle tightness, pain, and oxygen levels in people with bruxism (teeth grinding or jaw clenching). Researchers will apply the technique at two different speeds (60 vs 120 strokes per minute) to the upper shoulder muscle in 34 adults. Each person will try both speeds, with a week break in between, to see which works better for easing muscle stiffness and pain.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Graston Technique (a manual therapy using specialized instruments to treat muscle and soft tissue)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify the optimal speed for applying the Graston Technique to reduce muscle stiffness and pain in people with bruxism.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is short-term and focuses on acute effects, not long-term relief.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

36 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2025

Finished

Apr 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 55 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with bruxism. * Aged 18-55 years. * Presence of trigger points in the trapezius muscle, according to the criteria defined by Travell and Simons. Exclusion Criteria: * Acute tears, tendon ruptures, or severe muscle injuries. * Conditions that prevent the application of the Graston Technique (e.g., skin lesions, open wounds, infections). * Having received botox injections in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) region within the last 6 months. * Psychological disorders that may affect participation or measurements.

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Conditions

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bruxism Pain

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Bruxism

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gazi University

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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