Exploring Radiotherapy of Temporomandibular Joint Arthritis

Last updated: September 22, 2025
Sponsor: Medical University of Vienna
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Joint Injuries

Treatment

Irradiation

Clinical Study ID

NCT05716737
TMJRT1107/2023
  • Ages 50-100
  • All Genders

Study Summary

With this pilot study, the acute side effects and potential pain relieve after radiotherapy (RT) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are prospectively recorded.

For this purpose, the symptoms of the jaw joint arthrosis/arthritis are recorded using a symptom-oriented questionnaire and the numeric rating scale for pain assessment.

Furthermore, it is examined whether the irradiation is feasible.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • TMJ arthritis

  • diagnosed by a surgeon for oral and maxillofacial surgery or a dentist

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Previous irradiation in the TMJ area

  • Age below 50 years

Study Design

Total Participants: 10
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: Irradiation
Phase:
Study Start date:
July 07, 2023
Estimated Completion Date:
July 07, 2027

Connect with a study center

  • Medical University of Vienna

    Vienna, 1090
    Austria

    Site Not Available

  • Medical University of Vienna

    Vienna 2761369, 1090
    Austria

    Active - Recruiting

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