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Comparison of the Effects of Classical Massage and Conventional Treatment Methods in Phone Addicted Bruxist Patients
Sponsor: Bartın Unıversity
Summary
Bruxism, defined as the involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth during sleep or wakefulness, is a common condition with multifactorial etiology. It can lead to various complications including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain, masticatory muscle hypertrophy, dental wear, headaches, and postural dysfunction. Although its underlying causes remain unclear, stress, poor sleep quality, postural problems, and excessive smartphone use have been identified as potential contributing factors. Recent studies suggest a significant relationship between bruxism and psychological as well as behavioral variables such as stress levels, screen time, and physical inactivity. University students, due to academic pressure and lifestyle habits, may be particularly vulnerable. This study aims to investigate the relationship between bruxism and smartphone addiction, sleep quality, and perceived stress among associate degree students at Bartın University. By identifying these associations, the study seeks to contribute to preventive strategies and promote awareness of bruxism-related risk factors in young adults.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 27 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2024-04-01
Completion Date
2025-09-01
Last Updated
2025-06-19
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
manual therapy
Participants who meet the inclusion criteria will be evaluated following the acquisition of written informed consent. Treatment will be administered with participants in the supine position. Initially, soft tissue mobilization will be applied to the cervical extensor muscle group, followed by gentle cervical vertebral traction. Subsequently, a classical facial massage will be performed. The massage will include the suprahyoid muscles and the medial pterygoid. Intramuscular stretching and friction massage techniques will be applied to the masseter and anterior temporalis muscles. Each session will last approximately 40 minutes and will be conducted over a total of 10 sessions."
Conventional Therapy
Participants who meet the inclusion criteria will be evaluated after providing written informed consent. Treatment will be administered with participants in the supine position. Protective goggles will be placed on the participants' eyes prior to the infrared therapy application. Following 20 minutes of infrared treatment, ultrasound (1 MHz) will be applied to the masseter muscle using the full-contact method for 3 minutes. Finally, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) will be applied to the masseter and anterior temporalis muscles for 15 to 20 minutes. Each session will last approximately 40 minutes and will be conducted over a total of 10 sessions.
Locations (1)
Bartın University, Health Services Vocational School
Bartın, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)