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What are 5 causes of TMJ dysfunction?

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  1. Macrotrauma (e.g. whiplash, direct blow, iatrogenic dental procedures)
  2. Microtrauma from parafunctional clenching and bruxing
  3. Degenerative OA
  4. Systemic conditions
  5. Mental health disorders
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What population is at highest risk for TJM dysfunction?

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Women around reproductive age

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TMJ is what type of joint?

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Bilateral diarthrodial (synovial) joint

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TMJ articular surfaces and the disk are covered in what?

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Fibrocartilage that has superior reparative potential and resistance to wear/tear

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During mouth opening what movement occurs?

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Superior cavity: translation
Inferior cavity: rotation of the condyle

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What is the shape of the disk in the TMJ?

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Biconcave (“bow-tie”)

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What parts of the TMJ articular disks have innervation/vascularization?

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Anterior & posterior

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What is the function of the temporomandibular ligament aka “lateral” ligament?

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Limits rotation of the condyle and posterior displacement

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What is the function of the collateral ligaments?

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Restrict excessive medial/lateral movement of the disk

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What are the 2 accessory ligaments of the TMJ?

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Stylomandibular and sphenomandibular ligaments

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What is the function of the accessory ligaments in the TMJ?

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Restrict excessive protrusion

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What are the muscles of mastication?

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  1. Masseter
  2. Temporalis
  3. Lateral pterygoid
  4. Medial pterygoid
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What is the action of the masseter muscle? (both unilat & bilat contraction)

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Unilat: slight ipsilat excursion
Bilat: superficial = protrusion, deep = retraction

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What is the insertion of the temporalis muscle?

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Coronoid process and medial border of the mandibular ramus

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What is the action of the temporalis muscle? (both unilat & bilat contraction)

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Unilat: ipsilat lat excursion
Bilat: elevation/retraction of mandible

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What is the function of the medial pterygoid?

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Unilat: contralat excursion
Bilat: elevation/protrusion

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What is the function of the lateral pterygoid?

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Unilat: contralat excursion
Bilat: protrusion

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What are the suprahyoid muscles (4)?

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anterior/posterior belly of the digastric, mylohyoid, geniohyoid, and stylohyoid

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What are the infrahyoid muscles (4)?

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sternohyoid, sternothyroid, thyrohyoid, and omohyoid

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Muscles involved in TMJ elevation (closing)

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Masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, lateral pterygoid (SUPERIOR)

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Muscles involved in TMJ depression (opening)

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Lateral pterygoid (INFERIOR), suprahyoids, infrahyoids

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Muscles involved in TMJ protrusion

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Massater (SUPERFICIAL), lateral pterygoid, medial pterygoid

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Muscles involved in TMJ retrusion

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Massater (DEEP), temporalis, suprahyoids

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Muscles involved in TMJ lateral excursion

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IPSILAT: masseter, temporalis
CONTRALAT: medial/lateral pterygoids

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Innervation of the TMJ
Mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve (CN V3) Ant/medial: deep temporal and masseteric nerve Post/lat: auriculotemporal nerve
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Normal amount of TMJ depression
40-45mm Males 45-50mm Females aka 4 fingers width
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FUNCTIONAL amount of TMJ depression
35mm or 3 fingers width
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Lateral excursion normal movement (measurement)
1/4 opening amount
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Protrusion amount
6-9mm
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Retrusion amount
3mm
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Primary arthrokinematics movement in first 25-50% of opening
Anterior rotation of condylar head
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Primary arthrokinematic movement in LATE opening
Anterior translation of condylar head and disk
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2 classifications of internal derangement of the disk-condyle complex
1. Anterior disk displacement WITH reduction (ADDwR) 2. Anterior disk displacement WITHOUT reduction (ADDwoR)
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Where is the resting position of the TMJ disk when mouth is closed?
Just anterior to condyle
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What type of clicks in ADDwR?
reciprocal clicks (can be single though)
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If ADDwR is not treated, it may become?
ADDwoR = no clicking, limited opening ROM
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What is open-lock?
Disk displaced posterior, lateral pterygoid is overly stretched
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How many teeth in the mouth?
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Orthognathia
Dentist who deals with the malposition of bones of the jaw
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Stomatognatic system
Includes the structure of mouth, teeth, jaw, and associated soft tissues
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Overbite
Portion of the mandibular central incisors that are covered by the maxillary central incisors - NORMAL: 1/3rd of mandibular incisors
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Overjet
Horizontal distance between maxillary arch and mandibular arch when in max occluded position - NORMAL: 3-6mm
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What does the "C" curve indicate during opening?
capsular pattern
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What does the "S" curve indicate during opening?
Poor motor control (muscular imbalance) or asymmetry of condylar head rotation or translation, ADDwR
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Deflection
Mandible deflects to one side w/o returning to center at end of opening - CAUSE: capsular restriction or unilat hypomobility
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Classes of occlusion
I: normal (overjet 3-6mm) II: excessive overjet >6mm III: underbite
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Open-bite
Maxillary front teeth don't make contact while mouth is closed
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Crossbite
central incisors not aligned when mouth is closed
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Centric relation
Position where the condyle sits most sup/post in mandibular fossa (aka "Open packed position")
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Bruxism
Excessive teeth grinding
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3 Classifications of TMD (according to AAOP)
1. Articular disorders 2. Masticatory muscle disorders 3. Arthritides (capsulitis, OA, synovitis, RA)
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Recommended questionnaires (Harrison et al) for TMD
1. Patient health questionnaire for depression and anxiety 2. Graded chronic pain scale
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Type of imaging that can confirm clinical suspicion of anterior disk displacement with or without reduction
Kinematic MRI
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Deflection can be due to..?
1. ADDwoR 2. Limited capsular mobility 3. Unilateral hypermobility
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Scalloping of the tongue could indicate?
Nocturnal bruxism
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T/F: Joint sounds and deviations of the jaw do not indicate significiant pathology?
True
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Cotton roll test: Pain increases = ? Pain decreases = ?
Increases = muscular in origin Decreases = joint (can confirm by biting down on contralat side - should cause pain on involved side due to loading of the joint on that side)
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T/F: US (diagnostic) is NOT reliable in identifying internal derangement
False Also helpful: MRI, XR, CT
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Cluster to diagnose chronic ADDwoR (5/7 = +)
1. Joint provocation test (mouth opening w/ pain) 2. Deviation test (deflection to ipsilat side at end-range opening) 3. Laterotrusion test (limited lat excursion <9mm to contralat side) 4. Joint mobility test (reduced ant translation of condylar head w/ palpation) 5. Joint sounds test (absent or crepitus) 6. Dental stick test/cotton roll test 7. Isometric test (resist lat excursion contralat, + painful)
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What can cause open lock?
Prolonged opening (dentist), excessive yawning/laughing
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Hypomobility with opening (in mm)
<30mm
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Hypermobility with opening (in mm)
>55mm (usually with "S" deviation)
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T/F: myofascial pain is the most prevalent cause/form of TMD?
True
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Trismus
Acute closed lock of the jaw after a dental procedure
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Interventions for dystonia in TMJ muscles
botox & medication
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T/F: Vertigo is more prevalent in those with TMD
True
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Trigeminal neuralgia symptoms
Sudden/paroxysmal, unilat, electric-like, stabbing pain, intermittent, abates in seconds-minutes - Involves maxillary/mandibular divisions of the trigeminal nerve
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3 branches of the trigeminal nerve
Ophthalmic (V1), maxillary (V2), and mandibular (V3) nerves
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Meniere's disease symptoms
Vertigo, tinnitus, aural fullness, facial-TMJ pain
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What is the first line for TMJ treatment?
Non-surgical options: PT, medication, occlusal adjustment, splint therapy, chiro, cognitive behavioral therapy
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Sleep posture that should be avoided in pt's with TMD
Prone
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Diet recommended for TMD
Soft or semi-solid until symptoms subside
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Is TENS okay to use for TMD?
Yes, it is superior to a placebo
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T/F: manip of TMJ is indicated for acute closed lock (ADDwoR) or dislocation
True
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Evidence for dry needling in TMD
Positive effect
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KT taping in conjunction with what is shown to be effective
KT in combo w/ exercise & counseling was MORE effective then counseling and exercise alone
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Directions of joint mobilization of TMJ
- Longitudinal distraction - Anteromedial translation - Medial glide (rarely performed) - Lateral glide
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Tongue-controlled mouth opening exercises can be helpful for __?
hypomobility, hypermobility, incoordination, and inflammatory conditions
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Recommended sets/reps for tongue controlled mouth opening exercises
3 x 6 reps, 6x/day Progress to wider opening without tongue on palate when opening pattern no longer shows deviations or deflections
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Controlled opening should be progressed to --> ___?
Isometrics
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Recommended reps/hold time for TMJ isometrics
10" hold x 6 reps each session
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What is spray and stretch and how is it helpful?
Use of Ethyl-Chloride or Flouri-Methane vapocoolant spray; thought that coolant can abolish superficial stretch reflex of the fascia
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Treatment of myofascial pain disorder syndrome should focus on what?
Elimination of trigger points, reduction of precipitating and perpetuating factors
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What is the most effect approach to tx of myofascial pain disorder?
Multidisciplinary, cognitive behavior therapy and patient education are key
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When is persistent pain deemed chronic
6 months
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First choice medication for arthritide TMD
Acetaminophen, can use NSAIDS for inflammation
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What topical medication is demonstrated to be effective in reducing TMJ pain?
Topical diclofenac
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What is the evidence of use of acupuncture in TMD?
Limited, weak
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Is occlusal adjustment a good tx for TMD?
Not recommended as first line, efficacy has not been proven
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2 schools of thought on TMJ splinting
1. Stabilization theory (Michigan type splint) 2. Repositioning theory (Farar type, Gelb type) Better vs no tx, but not super effective
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What is the connection pathway between TMD and ear symptoms
Trigeminocervical nucleus
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T/F: Upper cervical spine mobs are important in the management of non-otological tinnitus
True, C1-C3 nerves are located in the trigeminocervical nucleus
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