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Feasibility of a Clinical Trial on Physiotherapy and Mouthguards for Bruxism Using Posture and EMG Analysis

NCT07051876 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 10

Last updated 2025-07-04

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Summary

The purpose of this research is to determine whether a clinical trial assessing the impact of physiotherapy and mouthguards on bruxism is feasible. This includes evaluating the feasibility of participant recruitment, implementing the interventions, and collecting data using appropriate techniques. The study will focus on posture angle analysis to assess changes in posture associated with bruxism, and electromyography (EMG) to measure muscular activity. By examining these elements, the study aims to lay the groundwork for a larger clinical trial that could provide conclusive evidence regarding the efficacy of these therapies in treating bruxism.

Participants will be recruited from the USJ dental clinics following their consultation. They will be screened for bruxism using a questionnaire and a clinical examination based on the Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (DC/TMD).

The mouthguard-only group will receive a custom-fitted mouthguard, fabricated by a qualified dentist. Participants will be instructed to wear the mouthguard during sleep for six weeks, to clean it daily, and to store it in a cool, dry place.

The mouthguard and physiotherapy group will receive both a custom-fitted mouthguard and physiotherapy. The home physiotherapy program will include posture improvement exercises, relaxation techniques, and muscle therapy targeting the head, neck, and shoulders. Participants will perform the exercises daily at home, record themselves, and submit the videos each day via a social platform (e.g., Microsoft Teams or WhatsApp, depending on patient preference) for a period of six weeks.

Conditions

  • Bruxism
  • Manual Theapy

Interventions

DEVICE

Mouthguard and Physiotherapy

The mouthguard and physiotherapy group will receive a custom-fitted mouthguard along with a physiotherapy program. The home-based physiotherapy exercises will include posture improvement routines, relaxation techniques, and targeted therapy for the muscles of the head, neck, and shoulders. These sessions will be performed daily at home for a duration of six weeks. Each participant will sign a consent form approved by the Ethics Committee of Saint Joseph University.

DEVICE

Mouthguard Only

The mouthguard only group will receive a custom-fitted mouthguard, which will be fabricated by a qualified dentist. The mouthguard will be worn during sleep for 6 weeks. Participants will be instructed to clean the mouthguard daily and to store it in a cool, dry place.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Saint-Joseph University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2023-05-21
Primary Completion
2024-07-02
Completion
2024-07-02

Countries

  • Lebanon

Study Locations

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