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NCT07226505 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Effects of Core Strengthening Exercises for Treating TMD
A NA study, sponsored by Loyola University.
- Not yet
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 50
- Enrollment target
NCT07226505 is a NA study that has not yet begun recruiting, run by Loyola University. The registered enrollment target is 50 participants.
The verdict
NCT07226505, a NA study, has not yet begun recruiting, sponsored by Loyola University.
- NOT YET RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 50 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are commonly managed with non-invasive interventions such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, relaxation techniques, and patient education. Core strengthening (also known as abdominal strengthening) is a fundamental element of physical therapy that engages deep and superficial trunk musculature to enhance postural control and functional performance. Protocols such as the Shirley Sahrmann progression have demonstrated increased activation of key core stabilizing muscles. Emerging evidence suggests a potential relationship between core stability training and reductions in TMD-related pain, though improvements in functional outcomes remain inconclusive. Biomechanical links between the pelvic floor, spine, and temporomandibular joint further support the rationale for core-focused interventions. Nevertheless, few studies have isolated the effects of core strengthening on TMD symptomatology. This study seeks to determine whether the integration of core stability exercises into TMD management can reduce pain, improve function, and enhance quality of life.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Experimental: Group 1: Core Strengthening
- BEHAVIORAL Group 2: Standard TMD PT
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-11-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2027-01-31 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07226505
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07226505 describes a study currently listed as not yet recruiting, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 50 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Loyola University, which has 92 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Experimental: Group 1: Core Strengthening is the first listed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07226505 about?
NCT07226505 is a clinical study titled "Effects of Core Strengthening Exercises for Treating TMD". Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are commonly managed with non-invasive interventions such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, relaxation techniques, and patient education. Core strengthening (also known as abdominal strengthening) is a fundamental element of physical therapy that engages deep...
What is the current status of trial NCT07226505?
This trial is currently not yet recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 50 participants. The study started on 2025-11-01. Estimated completion is 2027-01-31.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07226505?
The interventions under investigation include: Experimental: Group 1: Core Strengthening (BEHAVIORAL), Group 2: Standard TMD PT (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07226505?
This trial is sponsored by Loyola University, which has 92 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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