Topical Application of MyoRx (Omega 3 Fatty Acids Containing) Cream

Summary

This study is designed to evaluate the effectiveness of topical application of omega-3 fatty acids (6% by volume) containing cream on persons with a TMD disorder, specifically with a diagnosis of Myofacial Pain. Omega-3 fatty acids have minimal side effects when applied topically. If Omega-3 fatty acids used in this study are shown to reduce myofacial pain then this formulation could potentially be used for treatment of TMD patents with myofacial pain in the future. Omega-3 fatty acids are natural ingredients with almost no side effects. Topical application can lead to fewer side effects than systemic medications. In addition, there is no substantial morbidity \& mortality associated with topical application of Omega-3 fatty acids. It is hypothesized that subjects receiving topical application of omega-3 fatty acids will demonstrate reduced subjective masseter muscle pain in comparison to subjects receiving placebo cream. This is a pilot study to assess the topical application of Omega-3 fatty acids on muscle pain in the muscles of mastication.

Timeline

Start

2008-04

Primary completion

2008-07

Completion

2008-07

Drugs

Indications