Exploring the connection between the jaw joint and pelvis in women with certain health issues
Official title: Functional Relationships Between the Temporomandibular Joint and the Pelvis in Women With Gynecological Diseases of Genital Prolapse and Endometriosis
Run by Poznan University of Physical Education · NCT05978414 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if a special therapy can help women with prolapse and endometriosis-related pain by looking at how the jaw joint and pelvis are connected.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Poznan University of Physical Education Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Poznan) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 14, 2023 |
| Main results expected | September 30, 2026 |
| Study ends | September 30, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | September 24, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05978414 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are female patients who have undergone surgical treatment for reproductive organ prolapse and have been diagnosed with endometriosis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with cancer, temporomandibular joint or pelvic injuries, fibromyalgia, or rheumatic diseases 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 study investigates the functional links between the temporomandibular joint and the pelvis in women suffering from prolapse and endometriosis-related pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either visceral therapy or a placebo over a five-week period, with assessments conducted before and after the intervention. Various questionnaires and physical assessments will be utilized to evaluate quality of life, pain levels, and postural patterns. The goal is to determine the effectiveness of visceral therapy in improving symptoms related to these conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment options and quality of life for women suffering from pelvic and jaw-related pain.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of linking the temporomandibular joint and pelvis is novel, similar studies exploring visceral therapy have shown promising results in related conditions.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Written consent to participate in the study. 2. Female patients after surgical treatment with prolapse of reproductive organs and diagnosed endometriosis. Exclusion Criteria: 1. No written consent to participate in the study. 2. Cancer. 3. Injury to the temporomandibular joint and pelvis. 4. Fibromyalgia. 5. Rheumatic diseases. 6. At each stage of the experiment if the patient decides that she does not want to participate she is excluded.
Where it's running
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Poznan University of Physical Education
Poznan, Poland Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Małgorzata E Wójcik, Dr
- Email: m.wojcik@awf-gorzow.edu.pl
- Phone: +4895 727 91 00
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.