TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDERS (TMD)

This study looked at two common treatments for jaw joint and muscle pain (TMD): low-level laser therapy and ultrasound therapy. 46 adults with jaw pain received five sessions over two weeks. Researchers measured pain levels and how wide they could open their mouths before and aft…

This study tested two common treatments for jaw muscle pain (TMD) in 24 adults. One group did 6 weeks of physiotherapy with exercises and hands-on therapy, while the other wore a mouth splint at night. The goal was to see which approach better reduces pain, improves mouth opening…

This study tested three ways to treat jaw pain and clenching caused by teeth grinding (bruxism) in 60 adults. People got either a custom mouth splint, Botox injections, or both treatments together. After 3 months, the team measured how much symptoms improved using a standard pain…

This study tested two treatments for jaw joint pain (TMJ) in 20 adults. One group got Botox injections into a jaw muscle, the other got platelet-rich fibrin (a substance made from their own blood) injected into the joint. Researchers measured pain, jaw movement, and joint sounds …

This study looked at whether adding specific postural exercises to standard mouthguard therapy can better reduce pain and improve jaw movement in people with internal temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Fifty-seven adults were split into three groups: one received only a mou…

This study looked at 50 people with jaw joint disorders (TMD) who had pain and limited movement. Researchers compared different minimally invasive 'joint washing' techniques to see which one better reduces pain and improves jaw function. The goal is to find the most effective way…

This study looked at whether adding aerobic or strength exercises to standard physical therapy can better reduce pain and improve jaw function in people with chronic jaw disorders (TMD). 51 adults with long-lasting jaw pain and sensitivity participated. The goal was to see if the…

This study looked at different digital ways to record how teeth fit together when making a special mouthguard (Michigan splint) for jaw pain. Ten adults each got a splint made using different digital methods, and the researchers measured how much adjustment was needed when fittin…

This study looked at 80 adults with long-term neck pain to understand how jaw disorders, poor sleep, and neck movement problems together contribute to disability. Researchers measured neck disability, sleep quality, and jaw function to see how these factors interact. The goal is …

This study aimed to understand how jaw pain and limited movement affect daily life and neck function in people with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Researchers measured pain levels, jaw mobility, neck disability, and quality of life in 62 adults diagnosed with TMD. The goal wa…