Status:
RECRUITING
Effects of Low-Level Laser Therapy on Mouth Opening and Surface Electromyography in Temporomandibular Disorders
Lead Sponsor:
Cairo University
Conditions:
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome
Pain, Face
Eligibility:
FEMALE
18-30 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This is a one year followup study that aims to assess the efficacy of low level laser therapy (LLLT) on pain, mouth opening and masticatory muscle activity in cases of temporomandibular dysfunction (T...
Detailed Description
A prospective, parallel randomized, controlled study will be conducted at the outpatient university clinic. Participant recruitment started following approval from the Ethics Committee .The patients w...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Females less than 30 years of age, Diagnosed with unilateral myogenous TMD, Having complete permanent dentition Showing normal occlusion
Exclusion
- Prior experience of Laser therapy, Systemic diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, diabetes… etc. History of trauma in the TMJ or cervical regions; Neurological disorders, Muscular diseases; Cervical pain; Bruxism, Pregnancy; Currently on medication (analgesic, anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxants or anti- depressants) Current use of dental prosthetics; Previous orthodontal treatments; or Fixed restorations affecting occlusal surfaces.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
November 1 2020
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
February 1 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
100 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT04831346
Start Date
November 1 2020
End Date
February 1 2025
Last Update
August 21 2024
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Faculty of Physical Therapy
Giza, Egypt, 11432