New study maps the hidden links between jaw pain and daily life
NCT ID NCT06937502
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 62 adults with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) to understand how jaw function relates to pain, jaw movement, neck disability, and quality of life. Researchers used questionnaires and physical measurements to assess these factors. The goal was to gather knowledge that could help improve treatment approaches for TMD.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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62 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jun 2025
- Finished
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Aug 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
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Who is studied
The study will include individuals aged 18-55 diagnosed with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) who present at least one main symptom (jaw pain, limited mouth opening, or TMJ sounds), have a VAS pain score ≥3, and an MMSE score ≥24. Participation will be voluntary with informed consent. Exclusion criteria include history of head/neck surgery, trauma, cancer treatment, significant tooth loss, dental prosthesis use, ongoing tooth pain, current medication affecting pain perception, previous orthodontic or TMD-specific treatment, and diagnosis of disc displacement without reduction.
- Ages
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18 to 55 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Voluntary participation in the study * Aged between 18 and 55 years * Diagnosed with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and exhibiting at least one of the three main symptoms (jaw pain, limited mouth opening, and/or temporomandibular joint sound) * A Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of 24 or higher * Pain score of 3 or above on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) Exclusion Criteria: * History of complex surgery, trauma, chemoradiotherapy, and/or tumors involving the head and neck region * Ongoing use of analgesics, anti-inflammatory or psychiatric medications, and/or substance abuse * Significant tooth loss that interferes with chewing function * Use of dental prosthesis * Ongoing tooth pain * Receiving any TMD-specific treatment prior to or during the evaluation period * History of orthodontic treatment * Diagnosis of disc displacement without reduction
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istınye University, Istanbul,
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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