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Can simple posture exercises ease jaw pain? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06707467

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

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether adding postural exercises to standard occlusal splint therapy can better reduce pain and improve jaw function in people with internal temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Fifty-seven adults were split into three groups: one received only a mouth splint, another added Rocabado exercises, and the third added general postural exercises. After two months, the researchers compared pain levels, movement, and psychological well-being to see which approach worked best.

What this could mean

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Active substance
occlusal splint and postural exercises
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a more effective, non-invasive treatment for jaw pain and dysfunction.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 57 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises require commitment and may not work for all types of TMJ disorders.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

57 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2024

Finished

Sep 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Being diagnosed with internal temporomandibular disarrangement * aged 18 years or older * Willingness to participate in the study * Ability to speak and understand Turkish, with no communication difficulties severe enough to impede understanding of the exercises Exclusion Criteria: * History of acute trauma in the TMJ or surrounding area * TMJ dysfunction caused by a neurological condition * History of surgical/invasive procedures or treatments on the TMJ * Presence of infection or tumoral structures within intraoral structures * History of tooth loss or use of dental prostheses * History of surgical procedures in the cervical region

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

temporomandibular joint disorder temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Occlusal splints Temporomandibular disorders (TMD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istanbul University

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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