TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDERS (TMD)

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 a common jaw joint disorder (TMJ). Fifty-seven adults were split into three groups: one used only a jaw splint,…

This study compared two non-drug treatments for jaw pain and limited mouth opening caused by temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Forty-six patients received either low-level laser therapy or ultrasound therapy over five sessions. Researchers measured changes in pain levels and how…

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 tested different digital methods for recording a patient's bite to make custom mouth guards for jaw pain. Ten participants received mouth guards made using four different digital workflows. The goal was to see which method created the most accurate guard, requiring the…

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 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…