Jaw pain linked to neck changes? new study scans for clues
NCT ID NCT07429435
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 04, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at how a common jaw joint problem (TMJ disc displacement) might be connected to changes in the neck bones. Researchers will use X-rays and MRIs to measure the shape and posture of the upper neck vertebrae in 115 people with TMJ issues. The goal is to better understand the relationship between jaw and neck health, not to test a treatment.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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115 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Feb 2026
- Finished
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Jul 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Temporomandibular disorder
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Presence of TMJ symptoms on at least one side, including pain, abnormal mandibular movements, or joint noises. * Parafunctional habits such as bruxism or clenching. * Patients with disc displacement of TMJ. Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of malformations affecting the craniofacial region. * History of trauma of the maxillofacial region. * History of cervical surgery or any procedure involving the cervical region. * Patients with tumors, cysts, hypoplasia, or hyperplasia in the TMJ region. * Any condition related to a congenital anomaly or syndrome. * Presence of contraindications to magnetic resonance imaging. * Pregnancy. * Women in the breastfeeding period.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kütahya Health Sciences University
Kütahya, Kütahya, 43100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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