Using osteopathic manual therapy for treating temporomandibular disorders in fibromyalgia patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of an algorithm-based approach using osteopathic manual therapy for patients suffering from fibromyalgia and temporomandibular disorders. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the active osteopathic treatment or a sham therapy. The study aims to assess improvements in pain and dysfunction associated with temporomandibular joint issues in this population. The trial will include patients who meet specific inclusion criteria and will be conducted in a clinical setting in Spain.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* be diagnosed as suffering from fibromyalgia,
* present moderate pain or dysfunction of more than 3 months' duration in the temporomandibular joint,
* be over 18 years old,
* understand Spanish and/or Catalan correctly,
* and read and accept the informed consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

* history of trauma or recent surgery to the head, face or neck;
* systemic, rheumatic or central nervous system diseases;
* diagnosis of malignant tumors or cancer in the orofacial region;
* participate in other studies at the same time.

Where it's running

• Osteopatia i Fisioteràpia Cornellà
  Cornellà de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Llanos de la Iglesia — Departament de infermeria i fisioterapia. universitat de Lleida
• Study coordinator: Llanos de la Iglesia, MsC
• Email: llanos.delaiglesia@gmail.com
• Phone: +4679536992

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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.