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Behavioural Intervention

Osteopathic Treatment for TMJ Dysfunction

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Research Sponsored by Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Neck pain and/or headaches of > 1 month duration
Be older than 18 years old
Must not have
Eye movement disorder
History of injection for pain within the past month
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 5 weeks
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial aims to see how osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) affects the tissues in the head, neck, and jaw of people with neck pain and headaches. The study will look at how

Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals experiencing jaw pain and dysfunction, commonly known as TMJ Dysfunction, along with headaches and neck pain. Participants should be able to undergo various non-invasive tests like photos, ultrasound, motion capture, and surveys.
What is being tested?
The study is testing the effectiveness of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) on muscle stiffness in the head-neck-jaw area, jaw movement quality, nerve system function related to automatic body processes, and sensitivity to pressure-related pain.
What are the potential side effects?
OMT is generally considered safe but may cause temporary discomfort or mild soreness at the treatment site. Rarely it can lead to injury of soft tissues or nerves.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I have had neck pain or headaches for more than a month.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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I have a disorder that affects my eye movement.
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I have received an injection for pain in the last month.
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I am currently taking medication to relax my muscles.
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I have a diagnosed jaw condition.
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I have been diagnosed with a connective tissue or muscle disorder.
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I have inflammatory arthritis or fibromyalgia.
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I have been diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes.
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I have had surgery on my neck or upper back.
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I have been diagnosed with a pinched nerve in my neck.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~5 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 5 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Changes in autonomic function during divided attention test, Valsalva maneuver, cold pressor test, and deep breathing via GSR
Changes in autonomic function during divided attention test, Valsalva maneuver, cold pressor test, and deep breathing via HRV
Changes in autonomic function during divided attention test, Valsalva maneuver, cold pressor test, and deep breathing via pupillary changes
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Secondary study objectives
Depression, Anxiety, Stress Scale (DASS-21)
Duration, intensity and frequency of neck pain, headaches, and dizziness
Headache Impact Test (HIT-6)
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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment GroupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic MedicineLead Sponsor
20 Previous Clinical Trials
2,455 Total Patients Enrolled
~10 spots leftby Apr 2025
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