Status:

NOT_YET_RECRUITING

A Comparative Study of EMG Biofeedback and Pharmacotherapy for the Treatment of Masticatory Muscle Hyperactivity in Bruxism Patients

Lead Sponsor:

Beni-Suef University

Conditions:

Bruxism

Eligibility:

All Genders

20-25 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This study examines the effect of electromyography biofeedback on masticatory muscles hyperactivity on patients with bruxism.

Detailed Description

Bruxism is a movement disorder characterized by excessive activity of the masticatory muscles, resulting in teeth clenching and grinding. It affects 50% to 95% of the adult population. Unlike normal, ...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Twenty adult subjects with definite mild to moderate bruxism examined by a dentist prior to the study.
  • Tenderness of masticatory muscles on palpation grade one and two according to the digital palpating scale
  • Mild to moderate myofascial pain around the temporomandibular joint causing discomfort in the morning.

Exclusion

  • Took any Botox or PRP injection treatment for this condition for the last six months
  • Had any advanced periodontal disease.
  • Any intraoral fixed splints.
  • Pregnancy.
  • Under psychiatric care.
  • Parkinson
  • Have any visual or auditory impairment.
  • Any cervical posture abnormalities.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

March 26 2025

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

May 1 2025

Estimated Enrollment :

30 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06894472

Start Date

March 26 2025

End Date

May 1 2025

Last Update

March 25 2025

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Misr University for Science and Technology

Giza, Egypt