NCT06222736 Evaluation of the Efficacy of Cervical Core Exercises in Persons With Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
| NCT ID | NCT06222736 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Istanbul Gelisim University |
| Condition | Temporomandibular Joint Disorders |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 60 participants |
| Start Date | 2023-10-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2024-11-15 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 60 participants in total. It began in 2023-10-01 with a primary completion date of 2024-11-15.
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Brief Summary
The aim is to reveal to what extent cervical core exercises affect the results of treatment in patients with Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction caused by Myofascial pain syndrome. Randomization will be carried out by dividing individuals who agree to participate in the study into 3 groups of 20 people.Participants will be divided into three groups, and all three groups will receive treatment in 30-45 minute sessions a day, 2 days a week for 8 weeks.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being diagnosed with Temporomandibular Disorder caused by Myofascial Pain Syndrome * Female gender aged 18 and over * Volunteering to participate in the study * Not having communication difficulties such as speaking and understanding Turkish or not being able to understand the exercises. Exclusion Criteria: * Having a history of acute trauma in and around the Temporomandibular Joint * Having Temporomandibular Joint dysfunction due to neurological disease * Having a history of surgical/invasive procedures or treatments on the Temporomandibular Joint * Presence of infection or tumoral structure within intraoral structures * Having a history of tooth loss or prosthetic tooth use * Having a history of surgical procedure in the cervical area
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06222736 clinical trial?
This trial is open to female participants only, aged 18 Years or older, studying Temporomandibular Joint Disorders. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06222736 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06222736 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at tuyilmaz@gelisim.edu.tr for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06222736 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT06222736 clinical trial?
NCT06222736 is sponsored by Istanbul Gelisim University. The trial plans to enroll 60 participants.