Analgesic Ointment on Temporomandibular Joint and Masticatory Muscle Pain

Summary

The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness of using topical cream of Ping On Ointment and using Vaseline cream in the treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and masticatory muscle pain, in order to establish the true efficacy of Ping On Ointment. Both Ping On Ointment and Vaseline are considered intervention.

Timeline

Start

2007-04

Primary completion

2008-06

Completion

2008-09

Publications

• Li LC, Wong RW, Rabie AB. Clinical effect of a topical herbal ointment on pain in temporomandibular disorders: a randomized placebo-controlled trial. J Altern Complement Med. 2009 Dec;15(12):1311-7. doi: 10.1089/acm.2009.0129.

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