Temporomandibular Disorder Treated With Chiropractic Therapy.

Area of Science:

• Chiropractic medicine
• Musculoskeletal disorders
• Rehabilitation

Background:

• Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are prevalent conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and associated musculoskeletal structures.
• Conventional treatments for TMDs include physiotherapy, occlusal splints, orthodontics, and electrotherapy.
• Chiropractic therapy is an emerging non-invasive treatment for TMDs.

Observation:

• A case study involved a 39-year-old female patient diagnosed with TMD.
• The patient received chiropractic therapy, encompassing spinal adjustments, soft tissue manipulation, and exercise rehabilitation.
• Treatment duration was four weeks, followed by monthly maintenance for six months.

Findings:

• The patient achieved complete symptom resolution within four weeks of chiropractic treatment.
• Significant improvements were noted in the patient's quality of life score.
• Long-term follow-up revealed sustained symptom absence and enhanced spinal range of motion, open-mouth posture, and cervical lordosis.

Implications:

• This case study suggests chiropractic therapy is a potentially effective treatment for managing TMD.
• An interdisciplinary approach integrating chiropractic care may offer benefits for TMD patients.
• Chiropractic therapy presents a promising non-pharmacological option for TMD management.