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Reflex Therapy of Temporomandibular Dysfunctions

NCT07321483 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 100

Last updated 2026-01-07

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Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of dry needling in patients with functional temporomandibular pain syndrome by comparing standard rehabilitation therapy alone with therapy combined with dry needling to reduce pain, improve jaw function and enhance quality of life.

Conditions

  • Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction; Myofascial Pain Syndrome; Orofacial Pain; Musculoskeletal Disorders

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Dry needling

One dry needling intervention targeting trigger points in the masseter and temporalis muscles during the first treatment session

PROCEDURE

Standard rehabilitation

The therapy will include mobilization, soft tissue relaxation techniques, and specific exercises focused on improving temporomandibular joint mobility and reducing muscle tension.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Palacky University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-09-20
Primary Completion
2026-07-01
Completion
2026-08-02

Countries

  • Czechia

Study Locations

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