Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 50 to 100

Radiotherapy for arthritis in the jaw joint

Official title: Exploring Radiotherapy of Temporomandibular Joint Arthritis

Run by Medical University of Vienna · NCT05716737 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if using radiotherapy on the jaw joint can help relieve pain and reduce side effects for people with arthritis in that area.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages50 Years to 100 Years
SexAll
Enrollment10 (estimated)
SponsorMedical University of Vienna
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Vienna)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 7, 2023
Main results expectedJuly 7, 2024
Study endsJuly 7, 2027
Registry record updatedSeptember 25, 2025
Trial IDNCT05716737 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with TMJ arthritis by a qualified oral and maxillofacial surgeon or dentist.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have previously received irradiation in the TMJ area or are under the age of 50 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 pilot study aims to evaluate the acute side effects and potential pain relief resulting from radiotherapy applied to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in patients with arthritis. Participants will complete a symptom-oriented questionnaire and use a numeric rating scale to assess their pain levels. The feasibility of the irradiation procedure will also be examined as part of the study's methodology.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a new pain relief option for patients suffering from TMJ arthritis.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is relatively novel, similar studies exploring radiotherapy for joint conditions have shown promising results.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* TMJ arthritis
* diagnosed by a surgeon for oral and maxillofacial surgery or a dentist

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous irradiation in the TMJ area
* Age below 50 years

Where it's running

  • Medical University of Vienna
    Vienna, Austria
    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.