Evaluating a new manual therapy for jaw disorders
Investigation of the Effectiveness of Manual Therapy Based on Fascial Distortion Model in Individuals With Temporomandibular Disorder: A Randomized Sham-controlled Trial
NA · Karabuk University · NCT06627855
This study is testing a new hands-on treatment for people with jaw disorders to see if it helps reduce pain and improve their quality of life compared to a fake treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 64 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Karabuk University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Merkez, Karabük Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06627855 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of Manual Therapy based on the Fascial Distortion Model for individuals suffering from temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Participants diagnosed with TMD will be randomly assigned to receive either the manual therapy or a sham treatment over a four-week period. Various assessments will be conducted to evaluate head posture, joint range of motion, pain intensity, and overall quality of life. The goal is to determine if this innovative therapy can provide significant improvements compared to a placebo.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals diagnosed with temporomandibular disorders experiencing jaw, face, or neck pain for at least three months.
Not a fit: Patients with systemic diseases affecting the temporomandibular joint or those who have had recent surgical interventions in the cranio-cervico-facial region may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this therapy could offer a new, effective treatment option for patients with temporomandibular disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While the Fascial Distortion Model is a relatively novel approach, similar manual therapy techniques have shown promise in treating musculoskeletal disorders.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Having temporomandibular joint complaints and being diagnosed with temporomandibular disorder according to the Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders Axis I * Understand and be willing to answer assessment questions * A temporomandibular joint complaint for the last three months * Pain in the jaw, face or neck Exclusion Criteria: * Has a systemic disease (neurological, rheumatologic, oncologic, etc.) that may affect the temporomandibular joint, cervical spine and/or assessment * Any history of trauma that may have affected the cranio-cervico-facial region * Having undergone any surgical intervention in the cranio-cervico-facial region within the last six months * Receiving surgical treatment, medical treatment, splint therapy or physiotherapy for temporomandibular disorder in the last month * Radiotherapy in the head and neck region * Pregnancy or breastfeeding * Exercise therapy for craniocervical posture for the last month
Where this trial is running
Merkez, Karabük Province
- Karabük University — Merkez, Karabük Province, Turkey (Türkiye) (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Harun Gençosmanoğlu, PT, MSc — Karabük University
- Study coordinator: Harun Gençosmanoğlu, PT, MSc
- Email: harungencosmanoglu@karabuk.edu.tr
- Phone: +903704189093
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.
Conditions: Temporomandibular Disorders, Manual Therapy, Fascial Distortion, manual therapy, fascial distortion model, temporomandibular disorders, head posture