This purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of treatment with nasal CO2 in the treatment of pain and other symptoms related to temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
This is a randomized, controlled trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of nasal carbon dioxide for the treatment of pain and other symptoms related to temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Approximately 115 men and women ages 18 to 70 years old who have a history consistent with TMD-related pain for at least 3 months and meet all other eligibility criteria will be enrolled in this study. There may be up to two (2) visits to the clinic, screening and treatment. Screening and treatment may occur on the same day.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
TRIPLE
Enrollment
100
Nasal Carbon Dioxide
Air (Medical Grade)
University of Washington, Department of Oral Medicine, Box 356370, Health Sciences Building
Seattle, Washington, United States
Change in pain status from baseline over a 3 hour period
Time frame: within 3 hours of the first dose
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