Telerehabilitation Dual-Task Training in Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (NCT07556510) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Telerehabilitation Dual-Task Training in Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
30 participantsStarted 2026-06-16
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial will be conducted among 18-25-year-old participants who present with temporomandibular joint dysfunction symptoms, including pain, limited range of motion, and joint crepitation. Participants will be randomly allocated into control and intervention groups using block randomization. The control group will receive a standard physiotherapy program, while the intervention group will additionally perform telerehabilitation-based dual-task exercises. The intervention will last for six weeks, with progressive increases in exercise and cognitive task difficulty. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline and at the end of the 6th week. Primary and secondary outcome measures include pain intensity (Visual Analog Scale), jaw functional limitation (Jaw Functional Limitation Scale-20), oral habits, static balance (Tetrax system), and dynamic balance (Timed Up and Go Test). Within-group and between-group comparisons will be performed. The sample size was calculated using power analysis, resulting in 30 participants in total (15 per group), accounting for potential dropouts.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 25 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Diagnosis of temporomandibular joint dysfunction according to the
* Temporomandibular Disorders Research Diagnostic Criteria and Diagnostic
* Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders
* No neurological, orthopedic, or systemic condition that may affect balance
* Ability to comply with a telerehabilitation program
* Willingness to provide written informed consent
* No prior physiotherapy treatment for temporomandibular joint dysfunction
Exclusion Criteria:
* Inability to participate in regular exercise or telerehabilitation programs
* Presence of severe systemic diseases (cardiac, rheumatologic, neurological) or other severe chronic conditions
* Presence of psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairment
* Use of medications that may affect balance (such as sedatives)
* History of jaw or dental surgery within the last 6 months
* Receipt of physiotherapy, splint therapy, or similar treatment for temporomandibular joint dysfunction within the last 3-6 months
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
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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.
What they're measuring
1
Pain Intensity
Timeframe: Measurements will be recorded at baseline and at week 6. Change in pain intensity will be analyzed.
2
Jaw Functional Limitation
Timeframe: Assessments will be performed at baseline and week 6.