Current Research Studies — https://www.painresearchcentre.org/

TMD Study

In this study, we are examining the differences in people with TMD pain, compared to people without TMD pain. This study consists of 1 session held at the University of Toronto (approximately 3 hours) followed by 1 session whereby you'll receive an MRI scan (approximately 1 hour). You can be compensated $170 for this study.

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For more information or if you're interested in participating, please email our research team at cioffilab@utoronto.ca.

Screen Time Study

In this study, we are examining whether there is an association between screen time and oral behaviours, such as jaw clenching, in adults 18-45 years of age. The study includes two parts, an online 10-minute survey, and a 100-minute session at our research lab. Participants will be compensated up to $30 for their participation.

If you have any questions or are interested in participating, please email cioffilab@utoronto.ca.

Thermal Perception Study

In this study we are examining your perception to different temperatures. For this study you would come in for two study sessions that would each last approximately an hour and be compensated up to $50.

If you have any questions or are interested in participating, please email moayedi.lab@utoronto.ca

rPMS Study

We are currently recruiting participants for a study that is investigating whether magnetic stimulation on the arm can affect how you feel pain. For this study, you would come in for 2 sessions (approximately an hour each) and be compensated up to $95 for the completion of both sessions.

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If you have any questions or are interested in participating, please scan the QR code on the recruitment flyer, or email rpms.analgesia.study@utoronto.ca

NIRS Study

In this study we are examining Temporomandibular disorders, a painful condition of the jaw and the chewing muscles affecting one in six Canadians. We are recruiting healthy participants, who are not experiencing any pain. For this study you would come in for one study session that would last approximately two hours and be compensated $70.

If you have any questions or are interested in participating, please email cioffilab@utoronto.ca

Pain Arousal Response Study

n this study we are looking to determine whether measures of sympathetic activity are related to ratings you provide to various heat and electric stimuli. This study consists of 1 session of 2.5 hours at the University of Toronto and you will be compensated up to $50 for your full participation.