CompletedNot Applicable

OMT vs Exercise in TMD

Turkey (Türkiye)50 participantsStarted 2024-04-01

Plain-language summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate whether different rehabilitation approaches can improve pain, function, and postural control in individuals with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). The study focuses on adults diagnosed with myogenic TMD. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) reduce pain and improve functional outcomes in individuals with TMD? Does a structured home-based exercise program improve postural control and sensorimotor function in individuals with TMD? Researchers will compare osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) and a home-based exercise program to determine their relative effects on pain, function, and postural stability. Participants will: Be randomly assigned to either the OMT group or the exercise group Receive the assigned intervention over the study period Undergo assessments before and after treatment, including pain intensity, pressure pain threshold, mandibular movements, cervical range of motion, postural stability, and quality of life

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 50 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: TMD Group: * Diagnosis of temporomandibular disorder (TMD) confirmed by a dentist * Pain intensity ≥ 3.5 cm on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) * Presence of TMD-related pain for at least 3 months * Aged between 18 and 50 years * Willingness to participate in the study Control Group: * No history or clinical signs of temporomandibular disorder (TMD) * Aged between 18 and 50 years * Willingness to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: TMD Group: * Presence of any condition other than TMD that may affect the assessment outcomes * Presence of musculoskeletal pain in any other body region * Any orthopedic or neurological condition that may interfere with assessments * Diagnosed psychiatric disorder * Conditions impairing communication or ability to complete assessments * Illiteracy * History of orthopedic surgery in any body region * Presence of systemic pathological conditions such as fractures, rheumatoid arthritis, or suspected malingering * Receipt of physiotherapy or other treatment targeting the temporomandibular joint or spinal region within the last 6 months Control Group: * History of chronic musculoskeletal disorders within the past year * Any orthopedic or neurological condition that may interfere with assessments * Diagnosed psychiatric disorder * Conditions impairing communication or ability to complete assessments * Illiteracy

What they're measuring

Pain Intensity (Visual Analog Scale, VAS)

Timeframe: Before intervention and immediately after the intervention period

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07534540

SponsorAlanya Alaaddin Keykubat University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-05-15