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Introduction
Most common type of TMD. Characterised by : Regional Dull Aching pain. Localised Tenderness in one / more masticatory muscle
History
Costen 1934. Schwartz 1956. Laskin 1969.
Referred pain
Taut band
Jump sign
Twitch response
Etiology
Muscular Hyperfunction. Parafunctional Habits. Mal Nutrional . Physcological Stress. Sleep Disturbances. Improper prosthesis. Internal Derangements. Degenerative joint disorders.
Clinical Features
1> Pain :
Unilateral dull, aching pain, which increases with muscular activity, and progressively worsens towards the end of the day.
Clinical Features
2>Increased stress levels :
Results in habits, like : Bruxism. Clenching of teeth.
Clinical Features
4> Tenderness on Palpation : 5> Headache:
Headache becomes worse while jaw movements .
6> Ear pain: Patient notice ear pain but there are no signs of infection. The ear pain is usually described as being in front of or below the ear.
Clinical Features
7> Sounds: Clicking or popping sounds, termed as crepitus, are common in patients with a TMJ disorder. 8> Dizziness:
Clinical Features
9> Fullness of the ear:
Patients describes muffled, clogged, or full ears.
10> Tinnitus :
Clinical Examination
1> TMJ : Extent of mouth opening and lateral excursions. Palpation for Tenderness. Evaluation of TMJ Sounds.
Clinical Examination
2> Muscular Examination :
Pt. examined for Active trigger point, Latent trigger point, Taut band, Jump sign and Twitch response .
Clinical Examination
3> Dental Evaluation : Occlusal Discrepancies. Attrition. Interferrence in occlusal due to prosthesis.
Clinical Examination
4> Cervical Examination : Neck muscles are palpated and range of neck movements are examined. Movement of Cervical Spine.
Diagnostic Criteria
1. Primary Findings :
Pt. complains of pain in one or more masticatory muscle. Tenderness on palpation over the muscle. Presence of Trigger points. Pain aggrevated due to movement of mandible.
Diagnostic Criteria
2. Secondary Findings :
Restricted range of movement of mandible. Maximum assisted opening > Maximum unassisted opening > Pain free opening. Range of movement increased by use of Alkane vapocoolant. Clinical or behavioral indications of Hyperfunction or parafunctions. Malocclusion.
Diagnostic Criteria
3. Possible findings : TMJ pain. Joint Sounds. Inflammation.
Management
The aim of management should be: 1.Control of factors that worsen MPDS. 2.Reduction of harmful loading on the joints. 3.Restoration of jaw function. 4.Resumption of regular daily activities. 5.Pain reduction.
Management
Management is divided into four phases: Phase I :
Initiated upon diagnosis, and consists of : Patient education. Avoidance of clenching and grinding . Soft diet.
Management
NSAIDs , with or without a muscle relaxant. The most commonly used agents are : Diazepam (2-5 mg twice a day) Ibuprofen (400 mg thrice a day). Naproxen (500 mg twice daily) .
Moist Heat therapy +Vapocoolant Spray and stretch massage . 50% of patients will obtain significant relief in 2-4 weeks.
Management
Phase II :
To be initiated if Phase one treatment fails.
Medications are continued. Custom made oral orthopaedic acrylic appliance (splint) is added. These include occlusal splints, bite guards and night guards.
Management
Phase III :
Physiotherapy of the muscle groups, including Ultrasonic therapy, Electro galvanic stimulation, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS).
Management
Phase IV :
Psychological counseling . Biofeedback.
Internal Derangements
Introduction
It is an Orthopedic term defined as A localised mechanical fault interfering with smooth jaw movement.. Adams J. C. An abnormal relationship of the articular disc to the mandibular condyle, fossa, and articular eminence. Lambert G. M.
Classification
1. Incoordination Phase. 2. Anterior disk displacement with reduction. 3. Anterior disk displacement without reduction. 4. Adhesion of Intra Articular Disc.
Incoordination Phase: First stage in progression of disease. Patient is unaware and aymptomatic.
Etiology
Trauma to the Articular Disc. Laxity of Loint Ligaments. Bruxism. Changes in Synovial Fluid and Joint Lubrication.
Clinical Features
Severe pain on wide opening of mouth / yawning History of trauma Clicking sound on opening the mouth [ opening click ]
Management
Conservative management :
1. NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, 2. Occlusal splints 3. Intra articular injection of corticosteroids for acute pain and tenderness When all the conservative measures fail surgical management is the last resort.
Management
Surgical management consists of: 1.Arthrocentesis & lavage 2.Arthroscopy 3.Disc repositioning / disc removal 4.Meniscal plication 5.Eminectomy 6.Condylectomy