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Temporomandibular disorders. Part 2: conservative management.
Stephen M Shaffer1, Jean-Michel Brismée1, Phillip S Sizer1
1Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, School of Allied Health Sciences, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, USA.
The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy
|July 1, 2014
Summary
Physical therapy is a preferred conservative approach for managing temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Tailoring rehabilitation programs to patient-specific impairments, including joint mobilization and therapeutic exercise, can effectively reduce symptoms and improve oral function.
Area of Science:
- Physical Therapy
- Orthopedics
- Dental Medicine
Background:
- Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) necessitate understanding temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction.
- A thorough examination is crucial for effective TMD management.
- Physical therapy is positioned as a primary conservative treatment for TMD.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline management strategies for temporomandibular disorders (TMD).
- To emphasize the role of physical therapists in TMD care.
- To guide the design of patient-specific rehabilitation programs.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing findings from a comprehensive examination.
- Developing individualized rehabilitation plans.
- Incorporating various therapeutic interventions.
Main Results:
- Physical therapy offers a preferred conservative management approach for TMD.
- Management strategies should address patient-specific impairments.
- Successful outcomes depend on personalized care plans.
Conclusions:
- Physical therapists can effectively manage TMD.
- Rehabilitation programs should integrate techniques like joint mobilization, dry needling, and therapeutic exercise.
- Focusing on patient-specific factors optimizes symptom reduction and oral function.
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