Health Condition 1: M00-M99- Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Diaphragmatic release group: Participants will receive Diaphragmatic myofascial release and PNF technique with posture correction advice for 2 weeks
Control Intervention1: PNF group: Pa
Sponsors
KAHER institute of physiotherapy
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: All gender participants aged between 18- 35 years13 diagnosed with TMJ dysfunction based on TMD/RCD criteria(Axis I).Participants with TMD related pain for the atleast 3 months and score between 3 to 6 on NPRS scale. Participants with forward head posture in association with TMJ dysfunction. (CV angle
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Participants presenting with a history of jaw surgery or orthognathic surgery. Participants undergoing other forms of treatment for TMD. (occlusal splints, pharmacological drugs). Participants with neurological or psychiatric disorder. (evaluated by axis II of RCD/TMD). Pregnancy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Numerical pain rating scale 2. Vernier caliper 3. Hand held algometer 4. Craniovertebral angle 5. Cervical proprioception 6. Mandibular function 7. Impairment QuestionnaireTimepoint: Pre-assessment will be taken before first session and post intervention assessment will be taken after 2 weeks. Reassessment will be done after 1 month follow up. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| nilTimepoint: nil | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Pamela V DSilva
KAHER institute of physiotherapy
Outcome results
None listed