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Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) Diagnostic Concordance Between Physiotherapist and Surgeon
Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre
Summary
Jaw disorders is the leading cause in facial pain, affecting many people in the world. Despite many patients finding relief from conservative treatment, many get referred to the surgeon for an evaluation. In order to improve access to care and reduce wait times, a new advanced practice physiotherapist-led triage model is being studied.
Official title: Improving Access and Care Quality for Temporomandibular Disorder Patients - a Prospective Study to Examine Diagnostic Concordance Between Advanced-practice Physical Therapist and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 85 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
70
Start Date
2026-09
Completion Date
2027-06
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Physiotherapy assessment
This is a non-randomized study as each participant will undergo two independent clinical assessments: one performed by the advanced-practice physical therapist (APPT) and one by the oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) and/or resident under supervision. For logistical and feasibility reasons, the APPT will conduct the first assessment. After a brief rest period, the participant will be seen by the OMFS. Both clinicians will be blinded to each other's findings, and participants will be explicitly instructed not to share any information from the first assessment during the second.
Locations (1)
Montreal General Hospital
Montreal, Quebec, Canada