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Effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) Versus Orofacial Physical Therapy for Temporomandibular Dysfunction. a Randomized Controlled Trial

NCT06772012 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 20

Last updated 2025-01-13

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Summary

This study will investigate if Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is more effective than Orofacial Physical Therapy for treating Temporomandibular Dysfunction. By conducting a randomized controlled trial, it aims to fill gaps in current knowledge, improve TMD treatment options, and enhance patient outcomes.

Conditions

  • Temporomandibular Dysfunction

Interventions

OTHER

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)

* Frequency: LLLT was administered 3 times per week. * Duration: Each session lasted approximately 15-20 minutes. * Total Duration: The therapy was provided for a total of 6 weeks.(50)

OTHER

Orofacial Physical Therapy

* Frequency: Orofacial physical therapy sessions were conducted 3 times per week. * Duration: Each session lasted around 30-40 minutes. * Total Duration: The therapy was provided for a total of 6 weeks. * Components: * Manual Therapy: Included techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation, and muscle stretching. * Therapeutic Exercises: Focused on strengthening, coordination, and improving mobility of the masticatory muscles. * Postural Training: Addressed poor posture and cervical muscle spasm.(50)

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Bahria University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
30 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2023-09-01
Primary Completion
2024-09-30
Completion
2024-12-02

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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