Effects of correcting forward head posture on jaw muscle activity in TMD patients
Effect of Forward Head Correction on EMG Activity of Masticatory and Cervical Muscles in Patients With Temporomandibular Disorder
This study tests whether doing exercises to fix forward head posture can improve jaw muscle activity in people with temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Beirut Arab University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beirut) |
| Trial ID | NCT05756010 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how exercises aimed at correcting forward head posture affect the electromyographic (EMG) activity of masticatory and cervical muscles in patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Participants will be randomly assigned to either an experimental group, which will perform a specific exercise program, or a control group, which will only do neck flexion exercises. The exercise program will be conducted four times a week for ten weeks, with muscle activity measured before and after the intervention using a biopic data acquisition system. The study aims to provide insights into the relationship between head posture and muscle function in TMD patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are men and women aged 18-40 who suffer from temporomandibular disorder and have not received other treatments in the past two weeks.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of TMJ subluxation or dislocation, neck pain affecting posture, or other specific exclusions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies for patients suffering from temporomandibular disorder.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on this specific approach, similar studies have shown promise in addressing posture-related issues in TMD treatment.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Men and women/aged between 18-40/ patients suffer from TMJ disorder/ no other treatment such as medications, physical therapy, and joint injections in the past 2 weeks Exclusion Criteria: * Previous history of TMG subluxation or dislocation that may interfere with the opening of the mouth/ Neck pain which may affect the head and neck posture/ Head or neck trauma/.Class II or III malocclusion/ posture disorder caused by abnormal curvature of the spine; rheumatic disease; hemorrhagic disease, etc.;/ Lateral deviation of the mandible
Where this trial is running
Beirut
- Physical therapy outpatient clinic — Beirut, Lebanon (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: lama bassem jarjour, DPT
- Email: jarjourlama@gmail.com
- Phone: 70015158
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.