CompletedNot Applicable

Evaluation of Low Energy Level Laser Biostimulation at Different Energy Densities in the Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Irregularities: A Retrospective Study

Turkey (Türkiye)100 participantsStarted 2022-09-03

Plain-language summary

This clinical study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD), specifically disc displacement with reduction and myalgia. The study compared laser therapy with a soft diet approach to determine whether laser treatment provides additional benefits in reducing pain and improving jaw function

Who can participate

Age range

15 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: Diagnosis of disc displacement with reduction (DDwR) and myalgia according to DC/TMD criteria Presence of temporomandibular joint pain and functional limitation Patients aged 18 years and older No previous temporomandibular joint (TMJ) treatment Absence of systemic diseases Willingness to participate and provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: History of previous TMJ treatment (e.g., conservative or surgical treatment) Congenital or inflammatory joint disease Severe systemic diseases Edentulous patients Children and adolescents in the active growth period Acute trauma history involving the TMJ region Inability or unwillingness to complete follow-up visits

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.

What they're measuring

Change in temporomandibular pain intensity measured by the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) from baseline to the end of treatment and follow-up

Timeframe: 6 month

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07588841

SponsorKaradeniz Technical University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-12-24

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