Understanding and improving treatments for jaw pain disorders
Official title: TMJ SYMPHONY Systems-integrated model and mechanisms of patient-centered holistic outcomes and network-supported training and therapy
Funded at Clemson University · NIH-10829112 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how different factors affect jaw pain for people with temporomandibular disorders (TMD), especially women, to create better, personalized treatment options that can help them feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Clemson University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Clemson, United States) |
| Project start | September 14, 2023 |
| Project end | September 13, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $384,392 |
| NIH project number | 1R34DE033593-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10829112 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing temporomandibular disorders, particularly those who have not found relief through conventional treatments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with jaw pain not related to temporomandibular disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), which affect millions of people, particularly women. It aims to uncover the complex interactions between the structure and function of the jaw joint, pain perception, and various biological and psychosocial factors. By utilizing a multidisciplinary approach that includes computational models and human studies, the project seeks to develop personalized treatment guidelines and improve therapeutic outcomes for patients suffering from TMD.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatments for individuals suffering from temporomandibular disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding TMD through multidisciplinary approaches, indicating potential for success in this novel investigation.
Where this research is happening
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Clemson University
Clemson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yao, Hai — Clemson University
- Study coordinator: Yao, Hai
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.