TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDERS (TMD)

This study compared two common physical therapies for reducing pain from temporomandibular disorders (TMD), often called TMJ. Researchers tested whether low-level laser therapy or therapeutic ultrasound was more effective at easing jaw pain and improving mouth opening. The trial …

This study tested whether adding specific neck and posture exercises to standard jaw splint therapy works better for reducing pain and improving movement in people with jaw joint disorders. Fifty-seven adults with jaw pain were split into three groups: one used only a jaw splint,…

This small, completed study compared two common treatments for painful jaw muscle disorders (TMD). It tested whether a 6-week physiotherapy program (with hands-on therapy and exercises) worked better than wearing a custom mouthguard at night. The goal was to see which approach he…

This small study compared two different injection treatments for painful jaw joint problems that cause clicking, pain, and limited mouth opening. Twenty patients received either a Botox injection into a jaw muscle or a platelet-rich fibrin injection directly into the joint space.…

This study compared two similar, minimally invasive procedures for treating jaw joint pain and stiffness (TMD). It involved 50 patients who had not found relief from simpler treatments. Researchers looked at which technique was faster, easier to perform, and more effective at red…

This study aimed to better understand what contributes to disability in people with long-term neck pain. Researchers looked at 80 adults to see how jaw problems, sleep quality, and how well the neck moves and senses position work together to affect a person's daily life. The goal…

This study tested different digital scanning methods used to create custom dental splints for people with jaw disorders. Ten participants received splints made using four different digital workflows. Researchers measured how much material had to be filed down by a dentist to make…

This study aimed to understand how jaw pain and limited movement affect daily activities, neck problems, and overall quality of life in people with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Researchers measured pain levels, jaw movement, neck disability, and life quality in 62 adults di…