Evaluation of Biofeedback Therapy Efficiency in Masticatory Muscles Pain Management
Launched by WROCLAW MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · Feb 1, 2018
Trial Information
Current as of June 06, 2025
Unknown status
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ClinConnect Summary
1. The Aim:
The aim of the study is to evaluate beneficial effects of biofeedback therapy in reducing pain, increased tension of masticatory muscles occurring in patients with myogenous TMD and if the therapy influences psychological and sleep parameters. Also to verify if the effect of the therapy persists in time.
2. Patients:
1. Experimental group 1 - patients diagnosed with myalgia subjected to 4 EMG-Biofeedback trainings. The group will include approximately 20 adults.
2. Experimental group 2 - patients diagnosed with myalgia subjected to 8 EMG-Biofeedback trainings. The gro...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • diagnosis of myalgia in accordance to Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders
- • full dentition or single tooth loss
- • age between 18 and 70
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • age under 18
- • age over 70
- • terminal general diseases
- • severe mental disorders
- • severe neurological disorders
- • intake of drugs affecting muscle function
- • edentulism or destruction of dentition
- • alcoholism
- • drug addiction
- • history of severe trauma in the head and neck region
- • severe pathology of temporomandibular joints
- • congenital or acquired craniofacial deformity
- • patients suffering from neuropathic pain
- • patients with craniofacial inflammation
- • patients undergoing orthodontic treatment
- • pregnancy
- • significant postural defect
About Wroclaw Medical University
Wrocław Medical University is a prestigious academic institution located in Wrocław, Poland, renowned for its commitment to advancing medical research and education. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its extensive expertise in healthcare and biomedical sciences to facilitate innovative research initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes. With a strong emphasis on ethical practices and regulatory compliance, Wrocław Medical University collaborates with a diverse network of healthcare professionals and researchers to conduct rigorous clinical trials that contribute to the development of new therapies and enhance the understanding of various medical conditions. Its dedication to scientific excellence and patient safety positions the university as a key player in the global clinical research landscape.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Wrocław, Dolny śląsk, Poland
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Mieszko Więckiewicz, D.M.D.Ph.D.
Study Chair
Wroclaw Medical University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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