Comparison of the Effects of Different Massage Techniques in Individuals With Bruxism
ConditionBruxism
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-45
SponsorOkan University
About this trial
The aim of this study is to compare the effects of occlusal splint therapy and different massage techniques on pain intensity and orofacial muscle tone and stiffness in individuals with possible sleep bruxism. A secondary aim is to evaluate the effects of these interventions on oral parafunctional behaviors, disability, and sleep quality.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Possible diagnosis of sleep bruxism,
Reporting jaw or chewing muscle pain within the last 3 months
Disqualifiers
Having any orthopedic, neurological, or psychiatric diagnosis,
Having systemic and/or degenerative disorders,
Neurological or psychiatric disorders (excluding anxiety and depression),
Using medications that affect sleep or motor behavior,
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Connective tissue massage
- Classic massage
- Occlusal Splint Group
Treatment groups
42 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groupsLocations
Sponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov