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To investigate whether a combination of dry-needling treatments and upper extremity neuromuscular reeducation exercises can significantly improve neck pain and/or headache-related disability, joint position error, cervical range of motion, and pain pressure threshold in individuals suffering from cervicogenic headache (CGH). ⋯ Dry needling and neuromuscular re-education (NMR) exercises could be effective components of treatment for individuals suffering from CGH to reduce disability and pain.
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Objective: To assess the prevalence of posterior crossbite and/or deep bite among patients diagnosed with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) compared to a non-TMD population. Methods: Four hundred ninety-four patients were enrolled: 345 with TMD according to the diagnostic criteria for TMD and 149 without TMD (control group). ⋯ There was no association between posterior crossbite and/or deep bite with either painful TMD or disc displacement. Conclusion: Within the study limitations, sleep bruxism and awake bruxism may be related to pain in the TMD, and the severity of a deep overbite and presence of a unilateral or bilateral posterior crossbite should not be considered risk factors or as having any effect on the pain associated with TMD and/or disc displacement.
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Objective: To assess the prevalence of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and posterior crossbite and/or deep bite and any possible association between them. Methods: One thousand-nineteen adolescents responded to a questionnaire regarding oral habits and TMD symptoms. Afterwards, they were diagnosed according to the Axis I of the DC/TMD and underwent a dental examination. ⋯ There was a significant sex difference (more among females) in the prevalence of painful TMDs. Conclusion: Posterior crossbite in the adolescent population analyzed may be related to TMDs, in contrary to deep-bite. The presence of posterior crossbite may have different impact on TMD findings between the sexes.
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Objective: Identify factors associated with the prevalence of reported bruxism in children/adolescents with Down Syndrome (DS). Methods: The study included 112 children/adolescents with DS and their parents/caregivers. Oral habits, pacifier/finger sucking, upper respiratory infections (
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Physical therapy (PT) has been shown to be one of the most effective conservative treatments for temporomandibular disorders (TMD). The objectives of this pilot study are to determine the self-perceived knowledge, adequacy of entry-level education, and the current confidence levels of PTs in Florida regarding TMD treatment. ⋯ This pilot study shows the lack of confidence of PTs in Florida to treat TMD patients. More adequate training on TMD in the entry-level professional education is needed.