Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 to 64

Evaluating a questionnaire for patients with jaw disorders

Official title: Validity, Reliability and Responsiveness of the Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach Biopsychosocial Questionnaire in Individuals with Temporomandibular Disorder

Run by Hacettepe University · NCT06186830 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new questionnaire to see if it accurately measures how temporomandibular disorders affect people's mental health and quality of life.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 64 Years
SexAll
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorHacettepe University
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Karabük, Karabük Province and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 17, 2023
Main results expectedJuly 15, 2024
Study endsAugust 2025
Registry record updatedMarch 13, 2025
Trial IDNCT06186830 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with temporomandibular disorders.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have difficulty cooperating to fill out the questionnaires or are unwilling to participate may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the validity, reliability, and responsiveness of the Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach-Biopsychosocial Questionnaire (BETY-BQ) in individuals diagnosed with temporomandibular disorders. Participants will complete various established questionnaires to evaluate aspects such as depression, anxiety, quality of life, and disability. The study will also involve test-retest stability evaluations over a two-week interval and responsiveness assessments at three-month intervals. The goal is to ensure that BETY-BQ is a reliable tool for measuring the biopsychosocial impact of temporomandibular disorders.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a validated tool for better understanding and managing temporomandibular disorders.

How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, similar studies have shown success in validating questionnaires for other chronic pain conditions.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Having received a diagnosis of temporomandibular disorder

Exclusion Criteria:

* Experiencing difficulty in cooperating to fill out the questionnaires
* Being unwilling to participate in the study

Where it's running

  • Karabük University
    Karabük, Karabük Province, Turkey (Türkiye)
    Recruiting
  • Hacettepe University
    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.