The effects of dry needling and face yoga on pain, depression, function, and sleep quality in patients with temporomandibular dysfunction.

CONTEXT: Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) poses significant challenges due to its diverse symptoms and impact on patients' daily lives. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to explore the effectiveness of two innovative interventions, dry needling and face yoga, in managing TMD-related issues such as pain, depression, and sleep quality. DESIGN AND STUDY PARTICIPANTS: Ninety patients with TMD symptoms were enrolled in a prospective randomized controlled trial. The patients were divided into three groups: dry needling, face yoga, and a control group. Various assessments, including Visual Analog Scale for pain, Beck Depression Inventory for depression, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index for sleep quality, were conducted before and 6 weeks after the interventions. RESULTS: A decrease in pain levels and a statistically significant increase in jaw joint movements (mouth opening, protrusive movement, lateral movements) were observed in the dry needling and face yoga groups after treatment (p <0.05). Additionally, improvements in sleep quality were observed (p <0.05). CONCLUSION: Dry needling and face yoga interventions demonstrated efficacy in managing TMD symptoms, including pain relief and improved jaw movement. The findings suggest that these interventions can be valuable additions to the treatment regimen for patients suffering from TMD-related issues. However, further research is warranted to explore the long-term effects and mechanisms underlying these interventions in TMD management.

Análise da eficácia do agulhamento seco e da massagem facial no tratamento de disfunções temporomandibulares com base em relato de caso clínico / Analysis of the effectiveness of dry needing and facial massage in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders based on a clinical case report

O objetivo do presente trabalho é apresentar um relato de caso de Disfunção Temporomandibular (DTM) dolorosa de origem muscular, tratado por meio de Agulhamento Seco (AS) e Massagem Facial (MF). Paciente do sexo feminino, M.R.B.A., de 47 anos, com diagnóstico de dor miofascial com referência do lado esquerdo e deslocamento de disco com redução do lado esquerdo, de acordo com os Critérios de Diagnóstico e Tratamento das Disfunções Temporomandibulares (DC/TMD). A paciente foi submetida a cinco sessões de AS e MF, executadas por fisioterapeuta experiente. Na primeira consulta, foi realizada a anamnese e exame físico para a obtenção de informações sobre qualidade, frequência, duração e intensidade da dor, bem como fatores de melhora, fatores de piora, fatores acompanhantes, fatores desencadeantes e tratamentos prévios. A intensidade da dor foi avaliada através de escala visual analógica e as intervenções com agulhamento seco foram iniciadas a partir da segunda consulta. Ao final das sessões, a paciente foi orientada quanto à continuidade de exercícios de relaxamento muscular e ao uso de placa interoclusal. Com base na escala adotada, o quadro doloroso geral da paciente teve evolução positiva de 6 a 0 após o tratamento, com destaque observado em seus pontos gatilhos de 10 e 8 para 6 e 3, para os lados esquerdo e direito respectivamente. Concluise que, após a aplicação da terapia proposta, a paciente obteve melhora com redução significativa em sua sintomatologia dolorosa em ambos os lados(AU)

The objective of this work is to present a case report of Dysfunction Painful temporomandibular joint (DTM) of muscular origin, treated with needling Dry (AS) and Facial Massage (MF). Female patient, M.R.B.A., 47 years old, with a diagnosis of myofascial pain with reference on the left side and displacement of disc with reduction on the left side, according to the Diagnostic and Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders (DC/TMD). The patient underwent five sessions of AS and MF, performed by an experienced physiotherapist. At the first consultation, anamnesis and physical examination were carried out to obtain information on quality, frequency, duration and intensity of pain, as well as improvement factors, worsening factors, accompanying factors, triggering factors and previous treatments. The intensity of pain was assessed using a visual analogue scale and interventions with needling dry were started from the second consultation. At the end of the sessions, the patient was guided regarding the continuation of muscle relaxation exercises and the use of interocclusal splint. Based on the adopted scale, the patient's general painful condition was positive evolution of 6 to 0 after treatment, with emphasis on its points triggers from 10 and 8 to 6 and 3, for the left and right sides respectively. It is concluded that, after applying the proposed therapy, the patient improved with reduction significant in its painful symptoms on both sides

Repouso eletromiográfico dos músculos mastigatórios de pacientes com disfunção temporomandibular antes e após intervenção fonoaudiológica com e sem bandagem elástica / Electromyographic rest of the masticatory muscles of patients with temporomandibular disorders before and after speech therapy with and without elastic bandage / Resto electromiográfico de los músculos masticatorios de pacientes con trastornos temporomandibulares antes y después de logopedia con y sin venda elástica

Objetivo: A pesquisa tem por objetivo verificar os limiares de repouso eletromiográfico dos músculos masseter e temporal em pacientes com disfunção temporomandibular (DTM) antes e após intervenção fonoaudiológica com e sem a utilização de bandagem elástica terapêutica. Métodos: A coleta contou com 14 participantes do sexo feminino, com idade entre 18 e 40 anos, com diagnóstico de DTM muscular ou mista. As pacientes foram divididas entre dois grupos classificados em: pacientes com bandagem associada à terapia tradicional (CB) e grupo de terapia tradicional (SB). As pacientes inicialmente foram avaliadas pelo exame de eletromiografia de superfície nas situações de contração voluntária máxima e repouso, e após quatro semanas de intervenção, foi realizada nova avaliação com os mesmos instrumentos. A análise dos dados ocorreu de forma quantitativa e qualitativa. Resultados:No grupo SB o músculo masseter direito apresentou aumento dos valores de repouso com significância, foi observado que o mesmo ocorreu para todos os músculos deste grupo, influenciando no equilíbrio da musculatura ipsilateral e contralateral, no entanto sem evidência estatística. O grupo CB não demonstrou valores estatísticos significativos, porém qualitativamente os valores de repouso muscular diminuíram e equilibraram-se de forma contralateral. Conclusão: Não foram observadas mudanças estatisticamente significantes nos limiares eletromiográficos durante repouso dos músculos masseter e temporal em ambos os grupos. Qualitativamente houve aumento dos valores eletromiográficos após terapia manual tradicional em todos os músculos do grupo SB. Com relação ao grupo CB, houve diminuição dos valores do repouso eletromiográfico após terapia, embora sem evidências estatísticas. (AU)

Purpose: Objective: The research aims to verify the electromyographic rest thresholds of the masseter and temporal muscles in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) before and after speech therapy intervention with and without the use of therapeutic elastic bandage. Methods: The collection included 14 female participants, aged between 18 and 40 years, who had a diagnosis of muscular or mixed TMD. The patients were divided into two groups: with traditional therapy (CB) bandage and traditional therapy (SB) only group. The patients underwent initial evaluation, as well as surface electromyography in situations of maximum voluntary contraction and rest and at the end of the four weeks of intervention, a new evaluation was performed with the same instruments. Data analysis occurred quantitatively and qualitatively. Results: In the SB group, the right masseter muscle showed a significant increase in resting values. It was observed that the same occurred for all muscles in this group, influencing the balance of the ipsilateral and contralateral muscles, although without statistical evidence. The CB group did not show statistically significant values, but qualitatively the muscle rest values decreased and balanced in a contralateral way. Conclusion: No statistically significant changes were observed in the resting electromyographic thresholds of the masseter and temporalis muscles in both groups. Qualitatively, there was an increase in electromyographic values after traditional manual therapy in all muscles in the SB group. Regarding the CB group, there was a decrease in electromyographic resting values after therapy, although without statistical evidence. (AU)

Objetivo: La investigación tiene como objetivo verificar los umbrales electromiográficos de reposo de los músculos masetero y temporal en pacientes con trastornos temporomandibulares (TMD) antes y después de la terapia del habla con y sin el uso de venda elástica terapéutica. Métodos: La colección incluyó a 14 participantes mujeres, con edades entre 18 y 40 años, diagnosticadas con TTM muscular o mixta. Los pacientes fueron divididos en dos grupos clasificados en: pacientes con vendaje asociado a terapia tradicional (CB) y grupo de terapia tradicional (SB). Los pacientes fueron inicialmente evaluados mediante electromiografía de superficie en situaciones de máxima contracción voluntaria y reposo, luego de cuatro semanas de intervención se realizó una nueva evaluación con los mismos instrumentos. El análisis de datos se llevó a cabo cuantitativa y cualitativamente. Resultados: En el grupo SB, el músculo masetero derecho presentó un aumento significativo en los valores de reposo, se observó que lo mismo ocurrió para todos los músculos de este grupo, influyendo en el equilibrio de los músculos ipsilaterales y contralaterales, sin embargo, sin evidencia estadística. El grupo CB no mostró valores estadísticamente significativos, pero cualitativamente los valores de descanso muscular disminuyeron y se equilibraron contralateralmente. Conclusión: No se observaron cambios estadísticamente significativos en los umbrales electromiográficos en reposo de los músculos masetero y temporal en ambos grupos. Cualitativamente, hubo un aumento de los valores electromiográficos después de la terapia manual tradicional en todos los músculos del grupo SB. En cuanto al grupo CB, hubo una disminución de los valores electromiográficos de reposo después de la terapia, aunque sin evidencia estadística. (AU)

Effects of a program consisting of strain/counterstrain technique, phonophoresis, heat therapy, and stretching in patients with temporomandibular joint dysfunction: A pilot study.

BACKGROUND: The present study was conceptualized as a pilot study to examine the effects of a 3-week program consisting of strain/counterstrain technique (SCST), phonophoresis, heat therapy, and stretching exercises on pain and functions in patients with temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD). METHODS: Seven participants (mean age 25.85 years) diagnosed with TMD having pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) area with decreased jaw opening were recruited for the study. Treatment interventions consisting of SCST, phonophoresis (ultrasound gel mixed with diclofenac gel), heat therapy, and stretching (mouth-opening) exercises were performed 3 days a week for 3 weeks. SCST was performed on the masseter, medial, and lateral pterygoid muscles. No control group was present in the study. RESULTS: Paired samples t test revealed a significant difference in numerical pain rating scale (NPRS) (decreased by 50%, P < .001) and jaw functional limitation scale (JFLS) (reduced by 59.58%, P < .001) scores after 3 weeks of intervention. A large effect size (Cohen d = -3.00 for NPRS and -3.16 for JFLS) was observed for both variables. No correlation (R = 0) was found between the baseline values of NPRS and JFLS. CONCLUSION: A 3-week program consisting of SCST, phonophoresis, heat therapy, and stretching exercises was effective in reducing the pain and improving the functions related to TMJ in patients suffering from TMD. However, a randomized controlled trial is needed to reach a definite conclusion.

Orofacial myofunctional reeducation: what is the scientific background? / Rééducation myofonctionnelle orofaciale : quelles justifications scientifiques ?

Introduction: In 85% of orthodontic patients, lingual dyspraxias are present and may justify orofacial myofunctional rehabilitation because of their morphogenetic potential. The objective of this literature review is to search for scientific arguments corroborating or not the relationships between dysmorphias and the static, dynamic labio-lingual-jugal balance during functions and parafunctions. Material and Method: A review of the literature was carried out by keywords on PubMed. The search covered the period from 1913 to 2022. A complementary selection of articles or book chapters was made from the references of the included articles. Results: The morphogenetic role of the tongue is mainly involved at rest and during ventilation in all three dimensions. Oral ventilation is associated with many craniofacial dysmorphy. Concerning swallowing, phonation, non-nutritive sucking and temporomandibular joint dysfunctions, it is the combined association of several anomalies that is found in dysmorphia without a causal link being established. Thus, for some, the lingual posture would only constitute an adaptation to a dysmorphia. Discussion: Essentially based on expert opinion, the level of evidence is still insufficient. The authors are confronted with the difficulty of finding adequate, quantifiable and reproducible indicators. Conclusion: This subject, which probably remains neglected because it is interdisciplinary and the result of a historically European reflection, deserves to be further studied.

Introduction: Chez 85 % des patients orthodontiques, les dyspraxies linguales sont présentes, pouvant justifier une rééducation myofonctionnelle orofaciale en raison de leur supposé potentiel morphogénétique. L'objectif de cette revue de littérature était de rechercher les arguments scientifiques corroborant ou non les relations entre les dysmorphies et l'équilibre labio-linguo-jugal statique, dynamique lors des fonctions et des parafonctions. Matériel et méthode: Une revue de littérature a été réalisée par mots clés sur les bases de données PubMed (Medline) et EM Consulte. La recherche s'étend sur la période de 1913 à 2022, une sélection complémentaire d'articles ou de chapitres de livres a été effectuée à partir des références des articles inclus. Résultats: Le rôle morphogénétique de la langue intervient essentiellement au repos et lors de la ventilation dans les trois dimensions. Une ventilation buccale est associée à de nombreuses dysmorphies cranio-faciales. Concernant la déglutition, la phonation, la succion non nutritive et les dysfonctionnements des articulations temporo-mandibulaires, c'est la conjugaison de plusieurs anomalies qui est retrouvée dans les dysmorphies, sans que le lien de cause à effet ne soit établi. Ainsi, pour certains, la posture linguale ne constituerait qu'une adaptation à une dysmorphie. Discussion: Essentiellement basé sur des avis d'experts, le niveau de preuves demeure encore insuffisant. Les auteurs se heurtent à la difficulté à trouver des indicateurs adéquats quantifiables et reproductibles. Conclusion: Ce sujet, qui reste probablement délaissé car il est interdisciplinaire et le résultat d'une réflexion historiquement européenne, mérite d'être davantage étudié.

Effectiveness of the therapeutic laser in the syndrome of dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint of arthrogenic origin / Eficacia del láser terapéutico en el síndrome de disfunción de la articulación temporomandibular de origen artrogénico

Abstract Temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome (TMD), is a collective term characterized by symptoms involving chewing muscles, temporomandibular joint and orofacial structures. The efficacy of low intensity laser (LLLT) Gallium arsenide, in combination with a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) was evaluated. The main objective was to evaluate the maximum mouth opening without pain (ABM), arthralgia in the joint capsule through visual analog scale (VAS), laterality, protrusion, joint noises and count of tablets ingested per group. A controlled clinical trial (double-blind-randomized) was carried out in 30 subjects, who presented DTM of arthrogenic etiology; 5 applications of LLLT were made with wavelength of 810 nm, output optical power of 100-200 mw, emission PW=Pulsed (1-10,000Hz), dose of 10 jouls-cm², time of 1.44 minutes in mouth closed and with the mouth half open. One more follow-up appointment per month. There were two groups: experimental and control group, where different variables were analyzed (ABM, laterality, protrusion, VAS and sociodemographic). In the control group, a supposed LT application (not active) was made, for later comparison. Pain-free ABM was assessed in all appointments in addition to the other clinical parameters. Repeated measures analysis was performed with mixed models. Thirty patients were included of which 28 finished the treatment, two of them were lost during follow-up. The groups were similar in all their baseline variables. There were no statistically significant differences when applying the final multiple regression analysis, in the ABM, or in any other of the clinical parameters analyzed. LT was not effective in treating arthrogenic DTM.

Resumen El síndrome de disfunción de la articulación temporomandibular (DTM) es un término colectivo caracterizado por síntomas que involucran músculos de la masticación, articulación temporomandibular y estructuras orofaciales. Se evaluó la eficacia del láser de baja intensidad (LLLT) Arseniuro de galio, en combinación con un antiinflamatorio no esteroideo (AINE). El objetivo principal fue evaluar la apertura bucal máxima sin dolor (ABM), la artralgia en cápsula articular a través de escala visual análoga (EVA), lateralidades, protrusión, ruidos articulares y conteo de tabletas ingeridas por grupo. Se realizó un ensayo clínico controlado (doble ciego-aleatorizado) en 30 sujetos, que presentaban DTM de etiología artrogénica; se les realizaron 5 aplicaciones de LLLT con longitud de onda de 810 nm, potencia óptica de salida de 100-200 mw, emisión PW=Pulsed (1-10,000Hz), dosis de10 jouls-cm², tiempo de1.44 minutos a boca cerrada y con la boca semiabierta. Una cita más de seguimiento al mes. Se tuvieron dos grupos: experimental y grupo control, donde se analizaron diferentes variables (ABM, lateralidades, protrusión, EVA y sociodemográficas). En el grupo control se hizo una supuesta aplicación LT (no activo), para posterior comparación. En todas las citas se valoró la ABM sin dolor además de los otros parámetros clínicos. Se realizó análisis de medidas repetidas con modelos mixtos. Se incluyeron 30 pacientes de los cuales 28 finalizaron el tratamiento, dos de ellos se perdieron en el seguimiento. Los grupos fueron similares en todas sus variables basales. No hubo diferencias estadísticas significativas al aplicar los análisis de regresión múltiple finales, en la ABM, ni tampoco en ningún otro de los parámetros clínicos analizados. El LT no fue eficaz en el tratamiento de la DTM de origen artrogénico.

Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome from an Ear Versus Dental-Related Standpoint.

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a prominent reason for visits to medical providers. The presentation of headaches within this population remains a challenging diagnosis, given the prevalence and overlap of symptomatology of both conditions. The literature demonstrates an undeniable association between headaches and TMD. Regardless of causality and etiology, the literature supports that prompt diagnosis and treatment results in improvement or resolution of symptoms, including headaches. Treatment of TMD headaches should begin with conservative measures, including medical management with NSAIDs, heat therapy, and muscle-stretching exercises.

Estratégias para o treino da mastigação e deglutição em indivíduos com disfunção temporomandibular e dor orofacial: uma revisão de escopo / Strategies to train mastication and swallowing in individuals with temporomandibular disorder and orofacial pain: a scoping review

RESUMO Objetivo identificar e sintetizar evidências sobre estratégias utilizadas no treino da mastigação e deglutição em indivíduos com disfunção temporomandibular e dor orofacial. Estratégia de pesquisa revisão de escopo desenvolvida com consulta nas bases de dados MEDLINE, LILACS, BBO, IBECS, BINACIS, CUMED, SOF, DeCS, Index Psi, LIPECS e ColecionaSUS (via BVS), Scopus, CINAHL, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane e na literatura cinzenta: Biblioteca Digital Brasileira de Teses e Dissertações (BDTD), OpenGrey e Google Acadêmico. Critérios de seleção estudos quantitativos ou qualitativos, sem limite temporal e sem restrição de idioma, que continham os seguintes descritores ou palavras-chave: Articulação Temporomandibular, Síndrome da Disfunção da Articulação Temporomandibular, Transtornos da Articulação Temporomandibular, Dor Facial, Mastigação, Deglutição, Terapêutica, Terapia Miofuncional e Fonoaudiologia. Na primeira etapa, dois revisores fizeram a triagem independente dos estudos, por meio da leitura dos títulos e resumos. Na segunda etapa, os revisores leram, independentemente, os documentos pré-selecionados na íntegra. Em caso de divergência, um terceiro pesquisador foi consultado. Resultados as 11 publicações incluídas foram publicadas entre 2000 e 2018. As estratégias mais utilizadas foram o treino da mastigação bilateral simultânea, seguido da mastigação bilateral alternada. Na deglutição, foi proposto aumento do tempo mastigatório para reduzir o alimento em partículas menores e lubrificar melhor o bolo alimentar e treinos com apoio superior de língua. Conclusão o treinamento funcional demonstrou efetividade na reabilitação dos pacientes, embora não siga uma padronização e não seja realizado de forma isolada. Os estudos encontrados apresentam baixo nível de evidência. Considera-se fundamental a realização de estudos mais abrangentes e padronizados, como ensaios clínicos randomizados.

ABSTRACT Purpose To identify and synthesize evidence on strategies used to train chewing and swallowing in individuals with temporomandibular disorder and orofacial pain. Research strategy Scoping review conducted by search in MEDLINE, LILACS, BBO, IBECS, BINACIS, CUMED, SOF, DeCS, Index Psi, LIPECS, and ColecionaSUS (via VHL), Scopus, CINAHL, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane, and the grey literature: Brazilian Digital Theses and Dissertations Library (BDTD), OpenGrey, and Google Scholar. Selection criteria Quantitative or qualitative studies, with no restriction on time or language of publication, with the following descriptors or keywords: Temporomandibular Joint; Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome; Temporomandibular Joint Disorders; Facial Pain; chewing (Mastication); swallowing (Deglutition); Therapeutics; Myofunctional Therapy; Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. In the first stage, two reviewers independently screened the studies by title and abstract reading. In the second stage, the reviewers independently read the preselected documents in full text. In case of divergences, a third researcher was consulted. Results The 11 documents included in the review were published between 2000 and 2018. The mostly used training strategies were simultaneous bilateral mastication/chewing, followed by alternating bilateral mastication. In swallowing, increased mastication time was proposed to break food into smaller bits and better lubricate the bolus; training with upper tongue support was also indicated. Conclusion Functional training proved to be effective in rehabilitation, although it was not standardized or performed alone. The studies had low levels of evidence. It is essential to conduct more encompassing and standardized studies, such as randomized clinical trials.

O uso da bandagem elástica adesiva para alívio da dor no tratamento das disfunções temporomandibulares: revisão sistemática com metanálise / Use of kinesiology tape for pain relief in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review with meta-analysis

RESUMO Objetivos Verificar o efeito da aplicação da bandagem elástica sobre músculos mastigatórios no alívio da dor, em comparação com outras intervenções, em indivíduos com disfunções temporomandibulares. Estratégia de pesquisa Busca nas bases de dados LILACS, IBECS, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane, Embase e MEDLINE. A pergunta norteadora, utilizando-se os elementos da estratégia PICOT (população, intervenção, comparador, outcome/desfecho, tipo de estudo) foi: "A bandagem elástica promove alívio da dor em indivíduos com disfunção temporomandibular?". Critérios de seleção Foram incluídos ensaios clínicos que fizeram uso da bandagem elástica em músculos mastigatórios de indivíduos com disfunção temporomandibular, publicados em português, inglês ou espanhol. Foram excluídos os artigos que não abordavam o método de aplicação e o desfecho "intensidade da dor". A avaliação da elegibilidade foi realizada pela leitura dos títulos e resumos, bem como pela leitura dos estudos na íntegra. Foram extraídas informações sobre ano de publicação, país de condução do estudo, idade e condição clínica da amostra, tratamento e resultados da avaliação da dor. Na metanálise, realizada por meio do método do inverso da variância, a média do valor indicado na escala visual analógica foi considerada como medida de efeito da intervenção. Resultados Foram localizadas, inicialmente, 344 referências, das quais, 3 foram selecionadas. Foram identificados resultados significativamente superiores na redução da dor, em uma semana de uso da bandagem, na comparação com outras abordagens conservadoras analisadas. Conclusão Considerando os artigos incluídos, a bandagem elástica apresentou resultados significativos para maior redução da dor na primeira semana. Porém, o número reduzido de estudos e a presença de vieses limitam os achados.

ABSTRACT Purpose To verify the effects on pain relief by applying kinesiology tape on the masticatory muscles, in comparison with other interventions, in people with temporomandibular disorders. Research strategy Search in LILACS, IBECS, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane, EMBASE, and MEDLINE. The research question, based on the PICOT components, was: "Does kinesiology tape applied on to masticatory muscles relieve the pain in people with temporomandibular disorders?". Selection criteria The included articles were clinical trials using kinesiology tape on masticatory muscles in people with temporomandibular disorders, published in Portuguese, English, or Spanish. Articles whose authors had not adopted this application method and pain intensity as an outcome were excluded. Eligibility was assessed by reading their titles, abstracts, and full texts. The following information was extracted: year of publication, the country where the study was conducted, age and clinical condition of the sample, treatment, and pain assessment results. The meta-analysis, using the inverse variance method, considered the mean value indicated in the visual analog scale as the intervention effect measure. Results Initially, 344 references were retrieved, of which three were selected. Significantly better pain relief results were identified after 1 week of using the tape, in comparison with the other conservative approaches analyzed. Conclusion Considering the included articles, the kinesiology tape had significant results with greater pain relief in the first week. However, small number of studies and their biases limit the findings.

Comparison of the Effects of Myotherapy in Patients with Myofascial Pain with and without Self-Reported Sleep Bruxism Using The Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (RDC/TMD) Axis I Questionnaire.

BACKGROUND This study aimed to compare the effects of myotherapy using sublingual relaxation splints and stretching exercises in 110 patients with myofascial pain with and without self-reported sleep bruxism using The Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (RDC/TMD) Axis I Questionnaire. MATERIAL AND METHODS The study involved 110 patients with myofascial pain. The diagnosis was based on the RDC/TMD questionnaire. The number of painful muscle sites (PMS) and the range of maximum mouth opening (MMO) were assessed 2 times - at the first visit and after 3 months. Then, the influence of possible bruxism on the treatment was assessed. RESULTS The mean age of the patients was 26.8 years (SD 5.4); 89% of the subjects were women; and 60.9% of the patients reported bruxism. Each patient was instructed to perform muscle stretching at the first visit and after 1 week all patients received a sublingual relaxation splint. The number of PMS decreased and the range of MMO increased in both groups after a period of 3 months of treatment (P<0.05). Significant differences were observed in the obtained treatment effects between the patients with and without possible bruxism. CONCLUSIONS This study evaluated the effectiveness of the sublingual relaxation splint and stretching exercises in patients with myofascial pain. Patients at a single center in Poland who reported myofascial pain that was not associated with self-reported sleep bruxism had a significantly better response to myotherapy when compared to patients with self-reported sleep bruxism.

Tratamento imediato da dor e limitação de abertura bucal nas disfunções temporomandibulares, através da Medicina Tradicional Chinesa (MTC) / Immediate treatment of pain and limitation of mouth opening in temporomandibular disorders through Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Disfunção Temporomandibular (DTM) apresenta-se como principal causa de dores orofaciais de origem não dentária. A acupuntura é indicada para o alívio de da dor em casos de DTM muscular, baseada em propriedades anti-inflamatórias com efeitos neuro-hormonais. Objetivou-se nesta pesquisa a avaliação da eficácia da acupuntura como um método válido para redução imediata da sintomatologia dolorosa e limitação de abertura bucal nos casos de DTM. Realizou-se terapia acupuntural em 30 pacientes com DTM, avaliando-se a dor, a partir da Escala Verbal (EV) e da Escala Analógica Visual (EAV) e a limitação de abertura bucal com o auxílio de paquímetro digital antes e após a terapia para registro da análise. O aumento da média de abertura bucal foi de 9,2% no total de participantes. Quanto à sintomatologia dolorosa, apresentou redução média em 63%. Na EV, 27 dos pacientes tiveram resposta "moderada" e "intensa" para sensação dolorosa. Contudo, após a terapia, observou-se ausência de sensação dolorosa intensa. Os dados apontaram significância da terapia acupuntural para redução dor e limitação de abertura bucal, de forma imediata, em pacientes com DTM... (AU)

Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) is the main cause of orofacial pain of non-dental origin. Acupuncture is indicated for pain relief in cases of muscle TMD, based on anti-inflammatory properties with neuro hormonal effects. The aim of this research was to evaluate the effectiveness of the acupuncture as a valid method for immediate reduction of painful symptoms and mouth opening limitation in TMD cases. Acupuncture therapy was performed in 30 patients with TMD, evaluating pain from the Verbal Scale (VE) and Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and mouth opening limitation with the aid of a digital caliper before and after therapy to record the analysis. The increase in the average mouth opening was 9.2% in the total number of participants. As for painful symptoms, an average reduction of 63%. In IV, 27 of the patients had "moderate" and "intense" responses to painful sensation. However, after therapy, the absence of intense painful sensation was observed. The data showed the significance of acupuncture therapy for immediate pain reduction and mouth opening limitation in patients with TMD... (AU)

Tuina therapy for temporomandibular joint disorder syndrome: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

BACKGROUND: Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) is common in clinic at present, which seriously affects the mental health and quality of life of patients. With the development of society, the incidence of TMD is gradually increasing. At present, there are many treatment methods, Tuina as a characteristic traditional Chinese medicine therapy, clinical treatment of TMD has a significant effect. In recent years, there are many clinical studies on Tuina in the treatment of TMD, but the clinical efficacy of Tuina in the treatment of TMD has not been systematically evaluated. In this study, we systematically evaluated the relevant literature of Tuina in the treatment of TMD by using the method of evidence-based medicine, in order to provide reference for clinical research in this direction in the future. METHODS: VIP Chinese database, China knowledge Network, Wanfang, China Biomedical Database, PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library and Web of Science were searched for clinical randomized controlled trials of Tuina in the treatment of TMD from the establishment of the database to December 2020. The 2 researchers independently screened the literature and carried out quality assessment and data extraction for the included study, and used RevMan5.3 software for risk assessment and Meta analysis. RESULTS: In this study, the efficacy and safety of Tuina in the treatment of TMD were evaluated by effective rate, visual analog score (VAS) of temporomandibular joint pain, dysfunction index ((DI), palpation index (PI), craniomandibular index (CMI), maximum mouth opening (MMO), incidence of adverse reactions and so on. CONCLUSION: This protocol can provide evidence-based basis for the treatment of TMD, with Tuina to significantly improve the symptoms and function of patients with TMD. OSF REGISTRATION NUMBER: DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/J75A8.

Evaluation of the efficacy of a new low-level laser therapy home protocol in the treatment of temporomandibular joint disorder-related pain: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.

Objective: This study analyzed a home, low-level laser therapy (LLLT) protocol to manage temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJDs)-related pain.Methods: Ninety TMJD patients (12M, 78F) between 18 and 73 years were randomly subdivided into three groups. Study group (SG) received 1-week home protocol LLLT by B-cure Dental Pro: 808 nm, 5 J/min, 250 mW, 15 KHz for 8', 40 J each, over pain area, twice daily. Placebo group (PG) followed the same protocol using sham devices. Drugs group (DG) received conventional drugs. Pain was evaluated by visual analog scale (VAS) before and after therapy.Results: Statistical analysis showed that treatment was effective (F(2,83) = 4.882; p = .010). Bonferroni post-hoc analysis indicated a lower pain decrease in PG. SG registered a 34-point decrease per patient, while in PG and DG, the reduction was 25.6 and 35.3, respectively.Conclusion: The study supports the efficacy of home LLLT management of TMJD related pain.

Análise da terapia craniossacral na disfunção temporomandibular associada a cefaleia tensional / Analysis of craniosacral therapy in temporomandibular dysfunction associated with tensional headache

Resumo Introdução Ocorrendo de forma branda e não invasiva, a terapia craniossacral é uma técnica de manipulação na qual o terapeuta exerce leve pressão sobre estrutura óssea, sendo utilizada como tratamento para diversos problemas de saúde, como cefaleias e DTM. Objetivo Analisar os efeitos da terapia craniossacral em indivíduos com disfunção temporomandibular associada a cefaleia do tipo tensional. Material e método Estudo descritivo, intervencionista com abordagem quantitativa, realizado no núcleo de atenção médica integrado, no período de fevereiro a setembro de 2018. Foram inclusos no estudo indivíduos com disfunção temporomandibular e que apresentaram cefaleia dentre os sintomas. Foram exclusos aqueles que não compareceram ao atendimento ou não apresentaram a sintomatologia. Previamente, foi realizada uma avaliação para identificar a dor na crise de cefaleia, a mensuração da amplitude de movimento mandibular e a palpação dos músculos da mastigação, para classificar a dor em leve, moderada ou forte. Após oito atendimentos, sendo duas vezes por semana com duração de 15 minutos cada, todos foram reavaliados. Resultado Participaram do estudo 31 indivíduos, sendo 90,3% do sexo feminino. Na classificação do RDC/TMD, houve prevalência dos grupos G1 e G1G3. Quanto a mobilidade mandibular, houve ganho para os movimentos de abertura, com 45,6 mm (±7,5) antes da terapia e, na reavaliação, 47,4 mm (±8,4); desvios laterais antes da terapia (lado direito - 7,0 ±2,8) e (lado esquerdo - 7,7±3,0), e após a terapia (8,0±3,0) e (8,6±2,9), respectivamente; o movimento de protusão, antes com média 5,03 ±2,5 e, na reavaliação, com 4,8 ±1,9. Na palpação muscular, destacamos redução do quadro álgico no músculo pterigoideo medial com média 2,2 (±1,05) antes da terapia e 1,5 (±1,02) após a terapia. Conclusão Concluímos que a terapia se mostrou eficaz no tratamento de pacientes com disfunção temporomandibular associada a cefaleia do tipo tensional.

Abstract Introduction Occurring in a mild and non-invasive way, craniosacra therapy is a manipulation technique that the therapist exerts light pressure on the bone structure, being used as a treatment for several health problems, such as headaches and TMD. Objective To analyze the effects of craniosacra therapy in individuals with temporomandibular disorders associated with tension-type headache. Material and method Descriptive, interventional study with a quantitative approach, carried out in the integrated medical care center from February to September 2018. Individuals with temporomandibular disorder and who presented headache among the symptoms were included in the study. And those who did not attend the service or did not present symptoms were excluded. Previously, an assessment was carried out to identify pain during headache attacks, measurement of mandibular range of motion and palpation of mastication muscles, to quantify pain as mild, moderate and severe. After 8 consultations, twice a week lasting 15 minutes each, all were reassessed. Result 31 individuals participated in the study, being 90.3% female. In the classification of the RDC/TMD, there was a prevalence of groups G1 and G1G3. Regarding mandibular mobility, there was a gain for opening movements with 45.6mm (±7.5) before therapy and 47.4mm (±8.4) in the reassessment; lateral deviations before therapy (right side - 7.0 ±2.8) and (left side - 7.7±3.0) and after (8.0±3.0) and (8.6±2.9); and the protrusion movement before with an average of 5.03 ± 2.5 and in the reassessment with 4.8 ± 1.9. And in muscle palpation, we highlight a reduction in pain in the medial pterygoid muscle with a mean of 2.2 (±1.05) before therapy and 1.5 (±1.02) after. Conclusion We conclude that the therapy has been shown to be effective in treating patients with temporomandibular disorders associated with tension-type headache.

The use of photobiomodulation for the muscles of head and neck: an integrative review / O uso da fotobiomodulação nos músculos da cabeça e pescoço: revisão integrativa da literatura

ABSTRACT Purpose To carry out an integrative review of the literature on the use of photobiomodulation (PBM) for the head and neck muscles. Research strategy The research took place between June/2019 and March/2021, in the following databases: PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, LILACS, and SciELO. The MeSH used were Low-Level Light Therapy, Phototherapy, Masseter Muscle, Masticatory Muscles, Tongue, Palate, Mouth, Neck Muscles, and Facial Muscles in English and Portuguese. No limitation was imposed on the year and language of publication. Selection criteria studies that answered the guiding question: what is the use of photobiomodulation to the head and neck muscles?. Results 2857 articles were found, of which 102 were selected for full reading, 52 of those were excluded, giving a total of 50 articles included. The included publications date from 2003 to 2020. Brazil was the country that most published on the topic. With regard to the objectives, 82% of the studies aimed to investigate the analgesic effect of PBM, of these, 50% were related to articular or muscular temporomandibular disorders (TMD). The heterogeneity of the studies makes it impossible to define the dose protocols. Conclusion PBM has been applied to the head and neck muscles mainly for the treatment of pain caused by TMD. There is no treatment protocol to define the doses to be used, due the heterogeneity of the methodologies applied and results found.

RESUMO Objetivos realizar uma revisão integrativa da literatura sobre o uso da fotobiomodulação nos músculos de cabeça e pescoço. Estratégia de pesquisa As buscar foram realizadas nas bases de dados: PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, LILACS e SciELO. A pesquisa ocorreu entre junho de 2019 e março de 2021. Os descritores utilizados foram Terapia com Luz de Baixa Intensidade, Fototerapia, Músculo Masseter, Músculos Mastigatórios, Língua, Palato, Boca, Pescoço, Músculos do Pescoço, Músculos Faciais e seus respectivos termos em inglês. Não houve limitação de ano de publicação e idioma. Critérios de seleção estudos que respondessem a pergunta norteadora: qual o uso da fotobiomodulação na musculatura de cabeça e pescoço?. Resultados Foram encontrados 2857 artigos, sendo selecionados 102 para leitura completa, dos quais 52 foram excluídos, totalizando 50 artigos incluídos. As publicações incluídas datam de 2003 a 2020. O Brasil foi o país que mais publicou sobre o tema. Quanto aos objetivos, 82% dos estudos pesquisaram o efeito analgésico da fotobiomodulação, e desses, 50% eram relacionados à disfunção temporomandibular (DTM) articular ou muscular. A heterogeneidade dos estudos impossibilita a definição de protocolos dosimétricos. Conclusão A fotobiomodulação tem sido utilizada na musculatura de cabeça e pescoço principalmente para o tratamento da dor proveniente de DTM. Não existe um protocolo de aplicação que defina os parâmetros dosimétricos a serem utilizados, devido a heterogeneidade das metodologias e dos resultados encontrados.

Fotobiomodulação com laser de baixa potência na área de motricidade orofacial: uma análise comparativa a partir do conhecimento dos especialistas / Photobiomodulation with low-level laser therapy in the area of orofacial motricity: comparative analysis from the knowledge of specialists

RESUMO Objetivo comparar os conhecimentos e interesses dos fonoaudiólogos especialistas em motricidade orofacial quanto ao uso do laser de baixa potência antes e após a aprovação da Resolução nº 541 do Conselho Federal de Fonoaudiologia. Métodos trata-se de um estudo observacional, transversal e quantitativo, de caráter comparativo. Foi composto por dois momentos distintos: uma primeira coleta de dados, realizada em 2016, antes da aprovação da resolução e a segunda coleta, realizada em 2020, após a publicação das normativas. A primeira amostra foi constituída por 25 participantes e a segunda por 49, todos especialistas em motricidade orofacial. O instrumento de coleta consistiu em um formulário online elaborado no Google Forms, composto por questões do perfil do fonoaudiólogo, conhecimentos, interesses e aplicabilidades da fotobiomodulação com o laser de baixa potência. Os dados foram analisados utilizando estatística descritiva e inferencial. Resultados nos dois momentos, a expressiva maioria dos profissionais indicou saber o que é fotobiomodulação e concordou que o especialista em motricidade orofacial pode atuar com a técnica. Além disso, os profissionais apontaram a disfunção temporomandibular e a paralisia facial como principais casos para aplicações. Foram encontradas diferenças estatisticamente significativas entre os resultados obtidos antes e após a publicação da resolução, verificando-se aumento expressivo no acesso à bibliografia, capacitação, conhecimento das normas de biossegurança, acesso ao aparelho de laser e utilização na prática clínica. Conclusão constatou-se mudança no perfil profissional em relação ao uso da fotobiomodulação, com aumento dos conhecimentos, interesses e aplicabilidades pelos especialistas em motricidade orofacial, após a publicação da resolução normativa.

ABSTRACT Purpose To compare knowledge and interest of speech therapists specialized in Orofacial Motricity regarding the use of low-level laser before and after approval of resolution No. 541 by the Brazilian Federal Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Council (CFFa). Methods Cross-sectional observational and quantitative study of comparative character consisting of two distinct moments: first data collection performed in 2016, before approval of the resolution; and second, collection performed in 2020, after publication of the regulation. The first sample consisted of 25 participants and the second of 49, with the entire sample consisting of specialists in Orofacial Motricity. The collection instrument was an online Google Form consisting of questions on the profile of the speech therapist, knowledge, interests, and applicability of photobiomodulation with low-level laser. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results In both moments, the significant majority of professionals indicated knowing what is photobiomodulation, agreed that the Orofacial Motricity specialist can act with the technique and indicated temporomandibular dysfunction and facial paralysis as main applications. Statistically significant differences were found between the results obtained before and after the publication of the resolution, with a significant increase in access to bibliography, training, knowledge of biosafety standards, access to the low-level laser apparatus and use in clinical practice. Conclusion Change in the professional profile regarding the use of photobiomodulation was verified, with increased knowledge, interest, and applicability by Orofacial Motricity specialists after publication of the normative resolution.

Catastrofização e atenção plena na disfunção temporomandibular: estudo correlacional / Catastrophization and mindfulness in temporomandibular disorder: correlational study

A catastrofização é um constructo multidimensional que apresenta três dimensões: magnificação, ruminação e desamparo, segundo a Escala de catastrofização da Dor (Pain Catastrophizing Scale - PCS), sendo um importante mediador da dor crônica pelo modelo de medo e evitação de Vlaeyen e Lipton e definindo a entrada no ciclo de cronificação da dor. Estudos que analisaram a relação entre catastrofização e mindfulness pela Five Facets Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ), apontam essa intervenção como um possível mediador da catastrofização. Porém como essas facetas de mindfulness se associam com as subescalas da catastrofização ainda não foi estudado. O objetivo deste estudo observacional e transversal foi verificar como se dá a associação de mindfulness e catastrofização, principalmente como os níveis de mindfulness e suas facetas se relacionam com as subdimensões magnificação, ruminação e desamparo. O intuito do aprofundamento do conhecimento dessa relação é gerar subsídios para o desenvolvimento e aplicação de intervenções baseadas em mindfulness direcionadas para as subdimensões da catastrofização e ser assim mais diretivo e assertivo na abordagem, aprimorando a qualidade de vida da população com dor crônica com mais eficácia. Foram recrutadas mulheres entre 18 e 45 anos (N=52) que apresentavam Disfunção Temporomandibular crônica segundo critérios do Critério Diagnóstico para Desordens Temporomandibulares (Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders - DC/TMD) e após a assinatura dos termos de consentimento livre e esclarecido foram aplicados os Questionários Sociodemográfico, Escala de Catastrofização da Dor (PCS) e Questionário das Cinco Facetas de Mindfulness (FFMQ). Apresentaram correlação significante e de forma inversa a subescala magnificação com as facetas não reagir e não julgar e com a pontuação total da FFMQ. A pontuação total da PCS apresentou correlação inversa com a faceta não reagir. As demais não apresentaram correlação. Na análise de regressão logística, foi constatado que a cada ponto obtido no domínio descrever positivo é esperado um aumento de 1,67 vezes na chance de ocorrência de desamparo e para cada comorbidade aumenta em 12,9 vezes a chance de apresentar desamparo. O presente estudo fornece a possível existência de associações entre as habilidades mensuradas enquanto facetas de mindfulness com as subdimensões da catastrofização, sendo necessário considerar essas relações na abordagem das intervenções baseadas em mindfulness para essa população. É possível que estratégias baseadas em mindfulness que desenvolvam o não julgar e o não reagir sejam benéficas para pessoas com dor crônica que apresentem catastrofização com altas pontuações na magnificação na redução do comportamento catastrófico. Da mesma forma, os resultados indicam que o uso de técnicas de mindfulness que aprimorem o descrever positivo pode ser prejudicial para os catastróficos com desamparo. Esse trabalho pode ajudar no estudo e desenvolvimento de intervenções baseadas em mindfulness que considerem essas relações tornando mais direcionada e eficaz a abordagem na população com dor crônica

Catastrophizing is a multidimensional construct that presents three dimensions: magnification, rumination and helplessness, according to the Pain Catastrophizing Scale - PCS, being an important mediator of chronic pain by the model of fear and avoidance by Vlaeyen and Lipton and defining the entry into the pain chronification cycle. Studies that analyzed the relationship between Catastrofization and Mindfulness using the Mindfulness Five Facets Questionnaire (FFMQ), point to this intervention as a possible mediator of catastrophization. However, how these facets of mindfulness are associated with the subscales of catastrophization has not yet been studied. The objective of this observational and cross-sectional study is to verify how the association of mindfulness and catastrophization occurs, especially as the levels of mindfulness and their facets are related to magnification, rumination and helplessness sub-dimensions. The aim of deepening the knowledge of this relationship is to generate subsidies for the development and application of treatment based on mindfulness directed at the sub-dimensions of catastrophization and thus be more directive and assertive in the approach, improving the quality of life of the population with chronic pain more effectively. Women between 18 and 45 years old (N = 52) who had chronic temporomandibular disorder were recruited according to the criteria of the Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders - DC / TMD) and after signing the free and informed consent terms, the Sociodemographic Questionnaires, Pain Catastrophization Scale (PCS) and the Five Facets of Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) were completed. The magnification subscale showed a significant and inverse correlation with the facets not reacting and not judging and with the total FFMQ score. Total evaluation of the PCS presented an inverse correlation with the facet not reacting. The others are not correlated. In the logistic regression analysis, it was found that for each point added in the domain describes positive, a 1.67-fold increase in the chance of helplessness is expected, and for each comorbidity the chance of having helplessness increases by 12.9 times. The present study offers the possible existence of associations between the skills measured as facets of mindfulness with the sub-dimensions of catastrophization, and it is necessary to consider these relationships when approaching mindfulness-based techniques for this population. It is possible that based on mindfulness that develop not judging and not reacting are beneficial for people with chronic pain who have catastrophization with high scores on magnification in reducing catastrophic behavior. Likewise, the results indicate that the use of mindfulness techniques that enhance the positive, can be harmful to catastrophic people with helplessness. This work can help in the study and development of enlightened mindfulness that considers these relationships making the approach in the population with chronic pain more targeted and effective

[Comprehensive treatment of Costen syndrome]. / Kompleksnoe lechenie sindroma Kostena.

OBJECTIVE: To develop an integrated therapy for the combination of pain syndrome and cochleovestibular syndrome (CVS) in patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Forty-five patients (42 women and 3 men), aged from 23 to 54 years, with TMJ dysfunction, signs of CVS and complaints of pain in the ear area were stratified into three groups (15 patients each). Patients received pharmacological and osteopathic therapy (group 1); splint therapy followed by orthodontic treatment (group 2) and a combination of the abovementioned methods (group 3). Re-examination was carried out 3 months after completion of treatment. RESULTS: After treatment, complaints of pain, tinnitus, dizziness and nystagmus, the degree of TMJ dysfunction decreased significantly (p<0,05) compared to baseline in groups 1 and 2. In group 3, the most significant and persistent results were obtained, which significantly differed not only from the initial level, but also from the final level of indicators in the first and second groups (p<0,05), including a decrease in the degree of maladaptation associated with vertigo and trait anxiety. CONCLUSIONS: Differential diagnosis of CVS in patients with TMJ dysfunction requires the joint participation of dentist, neurologist and ENT doctor and should be comprehensive, including medical, orthodontic and osteopathic components.