Alternating red and infrared laser photobiomodulation therapy for temporomandibular disorders: study protocol for a randomized double-blind clinical trial

Not Applicable

Recruiting

• Conditions: Temporomandibular Disorder; K07.6

• Registration Number: RBR-2bnc6y
• Lead Sponsor: Faculdade de Odontologia da Universidade de São Paulo

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2018-04-12
• Last Update Posted: 29 May 2023

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Sex: Not specified
• Target Recruitment: Not specified

Inclusion Criteria

Participants aged between 18 and 55 years; diagnosed with myalgia and arthralgia, with or without disc displacement; reporting pain or discomfort related to the TMJ area, greater than 4 cm in a visual analogic scale; literated.

Exclusion Criteria

Participants that carry muco-supported dental prostheses, orthopedic or orthodontic appliances; whose state of health contraindicates some of the therapies; who present teeth in severe precarious conditions, as an indication of endodontic treatment; carriers of rheumatoid arthritis; who are using any analgesic or antiinflammatory medication; carriers of congenital problems with involvement of TMJ or orofacial and cervical skull region; with recent mandibular fractures; or pregnant women.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Intervention
• Study Design: Not specified