Masseter Muscle Thickness in Individuals With Chronic Neck Pain (NCT07468786) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Masseter Muscle Thickness in Individuals With Chronic Neck Pain
Turkey (Türkiye)90 participantsStarted 2026-03-20
Plain-language summary
The primary objective of our study is to compare the thickness of the masseter muscle, measured by ultrasound, in individuals with chronic neck pain to that of healthy individuals. The secondary objective of the study is to examine the relationships between masseter muscle thickness and pain intensity, neck disability level, pain catastrophizing level, and clinical diagnostic criteria in individuals with chronic neck pain.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 45 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Be between the ages of 18 and 45
* Have neck pain that has persisted for at least 3 months
* Agree to participate in the study voluntarily and provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of cervical spine surgery or severe trauma
* Diagnosis of cervical radiculopathy, myelopathy, or neurological disease
* Rheumatic, inflammatory, or systemic musculoskeletal diseases
* Diagnosed temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD)
* Diagnosis of bruxism or a pronounced habit of teeth clenching/grinding
* History of manual therapy, injection, or surgical intervention in the face, jaw, or neck region within the last 6 months
* Currently undergoing orthodontic treatment or history of orthodontic treatment within the last 6 months
* Cognitive impairment or conditions that prevent understanding and responding to questionnaires
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.