TMJ Flashcards

1
Q

what can lead to TMJ pain

A

pt with neck pain that grind their teeth

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2
Q

how is TMJ linked to C/S

A

poor agonist/antagonist balance or tonic reflex of the anterior and posterior cervical muscles leading to pain in the masticatory muscles of the TMJ

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3
Q

mechanical imbalances

A

dental problems
faulty joint mechanics
muscle spasm of mastication muscles
forward head posture
sinus problems - mouth breather
sudden trauma
sustained trauma

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4
Q

intervention summary for TMJ pain

A

mouth guard
postural education
jaw posture education
TMJ mob/manip
suboccipital interventions
mandibular and tongue proprioception exercises

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5
Q

what is the resting position of the jaw

A

teeth slightly apart
lips closed
tongue on top of hard palate

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6
Q

see exercises in ppt

A

:)

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