Effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) Versus Orofacial Physical Therapy for Temporomandibular Dysfunction. a Randomized Controlled Trial

NACompletedINTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment

20

Participants

Timeline

Start Date

September 1, 2023

Primary Completion Date

September 30, 2024

Study Completion Date

December 2, 2024

Conditions
Temporomandibular Dysfunction
Interventions
OTHER

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)

"* Frequency: LLLT was administered 3 times per week.~* Duration: Each session lasted approximately 15-20 minutes.~* Total Duration: The therapy was provided for a total of 6 weeks.(50)"

OTHER

Orofacial Physical Therapy

"* Frequency: Orofacial physical therapy sessions were conducted 3 times per week.~* Duration: Each session lasted around 30-40 minutes.~* Total Duration: The therapy was provided for a total of 6 weeks.~* Components:~ * Manual Therapy: Included techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation, and muscle stretching.~ * Therapeutic Exercises: Focused on strengthening, coordination, and improving mobility of the masticatory muscles.~ * Postural Training: Addressed poor posture and cervical muscle spasm.(50)"

Trial Locations (1)

75500

Bahria University, Karachi

All Listed Sponsors
lead

Bahria University

OTHER