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Spring-bite: a new device for jaw motion rehabilitation. A case report
Luca Guarda-Nardini1, Gianmaria Concheri, Giuseppe Ferronato
1Viale XX Settembre 298, 54033 Marina di Carrara (MS), Italy. daniele.manfredini@tin.it.
Stomatologija
|September 17, 2013
Summary
The Spring-Bite device offers passive jaw motion rehabilitation for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) hypomobility. It aids recovery after surgery and for patients with reduced muscle force.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanical Engineering
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Medical Device Design
Background:
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) hypomobility requires effective rehabilitation strategies.
- Current methods may necessitate active patient participation or lack constant load.
- Post-surgical recovery and reduced muscular force present challenges in jaw motion restoration.
Observation:
- A novel device, the Spring-Bite, has been designed for jaw motion rehabilitation.
- It utilizes a first-class lever mechanism.
- The device enables passive rehabilitation at a constant load.
Findings:
- The Spring-Bite facilitates passive jaw motion rehabilitation without requiring active patient effort.
- Its design ensures a constant load during the rehabilitation process.
- Clinical application demonstrates its utility in managing TMJ hypomobility.
Implications:
- The Spring-Bite device shows potential for improving outcomes in TMJ hypomobility management.
- It offers a valuable tool for post-operative care following TMJ and orthognathic surgeries.
- This device may benefit patients experiencing reduced muscular force, enhancing jaw function recovery.
