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Somatosensory Training Versus Exercise Therapy in Awake Bruxism

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 45 YearsAllAydin Adnan Menderes University
NCT07336082 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Awake bruxism (daytime teeth clenching or jaw tension) is a common condition that can cause jaw pain, facial pain, muscle fatigue, and reduced quality of life. Although current treatments often focus on the jaw muscles and posture, recent research suggests that changes in the brain's sensory processing may also play an important role in bruxism-related pain. This randomized controlled trial aims to compare two physiotherapy-based treatment approaches with a wait-list control group in adults with awake bruxism. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: (1) somatosensory awareness-based training, (2) jaw and posture exercise therapy, or (3) a wait-list control group. The somatosensory training program focuses on improving body awareness and sensory perception of the face and jaw, while the exercise program includes jaw mobility, postural alignment, and cervical exerc

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 45 years * Clinical diagnosis of awake bruxism confirmed using standardized diagnostic criteria (STAB and DC/TMD Axis I) * Presence of at least one measurable somatosensory alteration confirmed at baseline using digital and clinical assessments * Self-reported daytime jaw clenching or parafunctional activity * Baseline orofacial pain intensity of ≥5/10 on a Visual Analog Scale (VAS) * Chronic pain graded as GCPS Grades I-III according to DC/TMD Axis II (Turkish validated version) * Willingness to comply with the study protocol and attend scheduled treatment sessions * Ability to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * GCPS Grade IV (high disability level) * Presence of systemic inflammatory, neurological, or rheumatological disorders * Diagnosis of severe chronic pain conditions unrelated to bruxism * Use of occlusal splints or participation in jaw, neck, or facial therapy within the past 3 months * Psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairment that could interfere with study participation * Pregnancy, due to potential effects on joint laxity and postural parameters
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What it tests

  • Jaw exercise therapy
  • Somatosensory Awareness-Based Training
  • Wait-List Control
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Where

2 sites
Aydin Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Unit
Aydin, Turkey (Türkiye)
Aydin Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Unit
Aydin, Turkey (Türkiye)
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