Pain Neuroscience Education, Motor Imagery and Action Observation in Patients With Chronic Temporomandibular Disorders.

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF GRAN ROSARIO · Aug 11, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how different treatments can help people with chronic temporomandibular disorders (TMD), which can cause pain in the jaw and face. The researchers want to see if adding special education about pain, along with mental exercises and watching actions, can further reduce pain and improve daily function compared to standard treatments. They are looking for participants aged 18 to 65 who have been experiencing orofacial pain for at least three months and have a confirmed diagnosis of painful TMD.

Participants in the trial will be divided into two groups. One group will receive standard treatment, including an occlusal splint (a dental device) and exercises, while the other will receive the same treatment plus additional education and mental exercises. Over the course of 10 weeks, participants will attend sessions twice a week and will be encouraged to continue their exercises at home. Throughout the study, a physiotherapist will measure changes in pain and function to see how well the treatments work. If you're interested in joining, make sure to discuss any other health conditions or medications with the research team to understand if you qualify.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • A diagnosis of painful TMD using the Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (DC/TMD)
• • A history of orofacial pain during at least three months prior to the study
• • Age ranging between 18 to 65 years, both genders.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • • Patients with neurological disorders (neuropathic pain or neurodegenerative disease), whiplash associated disorders, specific neck pain (radicular pain), recent dental or physical therapy. If patients are taking medication to relieve pain during the study, they will be encouraged to report it.