U.S., July 10 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07691684) titled 'Intra-Articular PRP Versus Dexamethasone for TMJ Internal Derangement' on July 02.
Brief Summary: This study looked at whether an injection into the jaw joint (temporomandibular joint, or TMJ) can help people who have pain, clicking, and difficulty opening their mouth due to a slipped joint disc. Thirty patients were randomly assigned to receive one of three injections: platelet-rich plasma (PRP, made from the patient's own blood), a steroid medication (dexamethasone) with a local anesthetic, or a saline (salt water) injection as a comparison. Pain, joint clicking, and mouth opening were measured before the injection and one week la...