Diaphragmatic Breathing for Sleep Bruxism in Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial (NCT07181642) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Diaphragmatic Breathing for Sleep Bruxism in Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Tunisia100 participantsStarted 2025-09-15
Plain-language summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a diaphragmatic breathing program can reduce sleep bruxism in adults. The main questions it aims to answer are:
Can diaphragmatic breathing lower the frequency of teeth grinding during sleep?
Can it reduce jaw discomfort and improve sleep quality?
Participants will:
Attend sessions to learn diaphragmatic breathing exercises
Practice these exercises daily at home for 4 weeks
Complete questionnaires and clinical assessments before and after the program
Participation is safe, with minimal risks, such as mild fatigue during exercises. The study will help determine if diaphragmatic breathing is an effective way to manage sleep bruxism
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 60 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Clinically diagnosed sleep bruxism
* Provision of consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* • Current use of medications affecting sleep or neuromuscular function
* History of severe neurological or psychiatric disorders
* Ongoing use of a dental reconditioning splint or occlusal device
* Inability to informed consent
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.