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NCT06874816 Masseter Thickness, Bruxism, and Oral Behaviors in Chronic Neck Pain

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NCT ID NCT06874816
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Beylikduzu State Hospital
Condition Neck Pain
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 60 participants
Start Date 2025-03-10
Primary Completion 2025-04-10

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 65 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 60 participants in total. It began in 2025-03-10 with a primary completion date of 2025-04-10.

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Brief Summary

A total of 30 patients aged 18-65 years who present with chronic non-specific neck pain and 30 healthy volunteers will be included in the study. Patients with symptoms persisting for at least 3 months will be eligible for inclusion. Necessary information will be provided to all participants, and informed consent will be obtained. To assess pain severity before treatment, participants will be asked to rate their complaints using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), a linear scale for pain assessment. The Neck Disability Index will be used to determine the level of disability. The Jaw Functional Limitation Scale-20 (JFLS-20), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), Patient Health Questionnaire-15: Physical Symptoms, Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7), and the Oral Behaviors Checklist-included in Axis 2 of the DC/TMD form developed for evaluating temporomandibular joint dysfunction-will be used to assess patients' psychosocial characteristics and parafunctional habits. Additionally, masseter muscle thickness will be evaluated using ultrasonographic measurement.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with chronic non-specific neck pain * Aged between 18-65 years * Symptoms persisting for at least 3 months Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy * Presence of psychiatric or neurological diseases * Use of psychiatric medications * Cognitive impairment * History of neck injection or surgery within the last 6 months * Presence of rheumatic diseases * Spinal stenosis * Cervical disc herniation * Advanced degeneration detected in radiological imaging * History of fracture or surgery in the temporomandibular joint * Presence of inflammatory, rheumatologic diseases, or malignancy affecting the t--emporomandibular joint

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06874816 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Neck Pain. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06874816 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06874816 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Beylikduzu State Hospital to inquire about joining.

Where is the NCT06874816 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).

Who is sponsoring the NCT06874816 clinical trial?

NCT06874816 is sponsored by Beylikduzu State Hospital. The trial plans to enroll 60 participants.

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