What About the Role of Sleep?
poor sleep interferes with______pain processingWhat About the Role of Sleep?
sleep modulates ______pain and pain influences sleepWhat About the Role of Sleep?
sleep disturbance is common in _____chronic pain patientsWhat About the Role of Sleep?
musculoskeletal system is _____ to sleep deprivationvery vulnerableacute painOngoing nociception
Mostly peripheral mechanism involvedacute pain
accompanied byanxiety and fearacute pain resolves when?as soon as the healing process occurschronic painHealing has occurred
Maintained by central sensitizationchronic pain
accompanied byanxiety
depression
sleep problemschronic pain resolves when?it continues even after healing has occurredAcute vs Chronic PainAcute pain is a symptom of disease
Chronic pain is a disease itself; it erodes all aspects of a patient's lifeManagement GoalsReduce pain
Restore or improve function
Enable the patient to resume normal, daily activities
Improve quality of life
Decrease dependance on health care
Reduce pain, suffering & disabilityManagement of Temporomandibular DisordersPatient education and self-care
Home-care instruction
Pharmacotherapy
Physical medicine
Injection techniques
Behavioral modification
Occlusal appliance therapyPatient Education
Ensure that the patient becomes an ______ participant in therapy
Discuss problems with the patient in _______active, willing
easily understandable termspatient self careActive exercise program is suggested
(mild aerobics, active and passive stretching)
Nutritional guidance
(soft diet)Home-Care Regimen
-places _____ on patient
-empowers pt by giving him/her ___________
-often aids in the ______
-may prevent _____responsibility
an active part in care
healing process
further injuryhome care regimen
foodEat soft foods and take smaller bites
Stop gum chewing
improve nutritionhome care regimen
tx for painCold for muscle pain; heat for TMJ pain
Increase aerobic activity
Improve head posture and sleep (more deep sleep)PharmacotherapyAnalgesics
muscle relaxants
antidepressants
sleep medsanalgesicsNSAID's, acetaminophen
Corticosteroids
OpioidsNSAIDsMost commonly prescribed analgesics for mild to moderate pain - "ceiling" effect
Often used in combination with other medicationsNSAIDs
MOAInhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes and blocks the conversion of arachidonic acid to proinflammatory prostaglandinscorticosteroids vs NSAIDscorticosteroids: stronger anti-inflammatory effect and more rapid actioncorticosteroidsShort-term therapy for acute TMJ paincorticosteroids
preparationsoral
injectable
topicalcorticosteroids
short-term therapy for acute TMJ pain
-oral preparationsMedrol Dosepakcorticosteroids
short-term therapy for acute TMJ pain
-injectable preparationsevere episodes of TMJ paincorticosteroids
short-term therapy for acute TMJ pain
- topical preparationphonophoresis (ultrasound)corticosteroids
MOAPrevents formation of arachidonic acid and conversion to prostaglandins and leukotrienesSkeletal Muscle Relaxants
groupscentrally acting
peripherally actingSkeletal Muscle Relaxants
centrally actingdon't affect muscles directly
inhibits polysynaptic reflexes in CNSSkeletal Muscle Relaxants
peripherally actinginhibit muscle contraction by blocking synaptic transmission at the neuromuscular junctionCyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)Short-term relief of acute myofascial painCyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
durationlong acting: 12-24 hoursCyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
symptomsdrowsiness- use mostly at nightCyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
related toamitriptyline (tricyclic antidepressant)Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
related to amitriptyline (TCA)
-contraindicated in _____narrow angle glaucoma, prosthatic hyperthophy, recent myocardial infarctionCyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
dosage5-10 mg HS (before bed)Physical MedicineVapocoolant spray
Stretch techniques
Ischemic compression
Myofascial release techniques
Electronic modalitiesPhysical Medicine
electronic modalities- Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
- Electroacupuncture
- Ultrasound therapyvapocoolant sprayPassive stretching of the muscles
Topical vapocoolant
Cooling effect reduces pain and permits the muscle to be stretchedvapocoolant spray
topical vapocoolantFluorimethane
Ethyl chloridevapocoolant spray
commonly used formuscle spasm
myofascial trigger pointsvapocoolant spray
how to use1st locate trigger point
(if close to sensitive organs protect with shield)
apply spray over muscle surface
wait 5 mins
stretch affected muscle to relieve trigger pointinjection techniques
objectiveTo inactivate TrP (trigger points) and relieve pain and tightness of the involved muscleinjection techniquesdry needling
injection with anestheticinjection techniques
injection with anestheticreduces muscle pain and post injection soreness
more effective than dry needling
LA without vasoconstrictor preferred (damages muscles if used on regular basis)dry needlingno local anesthetic used
repeated movements of needle around trigger point to mechanically disrupt the fibrous bands keeping the muscle contractedinjection techniques
steps1- locate trigger point using muscle palpation
2- mark trigger point location
3-sterilize skin
4-leave fingers over taut band (guides needle and prevents band movement)
5-insert needle (muscle twitch response)
6-move the needle rapidly back and forth around the trigger point until twitch response is gone
after 5 mins, do active stretching of affected muscle to relieve trigger pointContraindication to Injection TherapyAllergy to the local anesthetic
Inflammation or infection in the muscle (myositis)
Acute muscle injury or trauma
Prolonged bleeding tendency or use of anticoagulant medicationsmost common modality to manage symptoms of TMJintraoral appliance therapyIntraoral Appliance Therapy(Occlusal Splints or Orthotics)
A biomechanical method used to manage pain/dysfunction related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and its associated musculatureAppliances: Proposed MechanismsTemporarily eliminates occlusal interferences
Decreases joint loading
Increases stability between maxilla and mandible
Increase vertical dimension
Reduces bruxism
Reposition TMJ condyles
Protects teeth
Placebo effectAppliances: Proposed Mechanisms
reduces bruxism how?decreases activity in masticatory muscles via change in reflex patternsThe Ideal Splint would provide ____a therapeutic effect without any detrimental side-effectsThe Ideal Splint
side effects might includeMajor/minor occlusal changes
Increased parafunctional jaw activity
Fractured restorations
Irritation of cheeks and lips
Allergic reactionsIntraoral Appliances Types
coveragefull and partial coverageIntraoral Appliances Types
materialhard and soft appliancesIntraoral Appliances Types
MOArepositioning
stabilizationIntraoral Appliances Types
ideal appliancefull coverage
hard appliancesMaxillary or Mandibular
Both appliancescan provide virtually a perfect gnathologic occlusion
have comparable efficacymandibular appliancesGenerally cause less speech interference and less visible when speaking
-preferable for patient who wears appliance during the dayUpper or Lower Orthotic Appliance ?
- Consider fabricating for arch that would provide the ______greater occlusal stabilityIntraoral Appliances - TypesJoint stabilization
Anterior repositioning
NTI appliance
ProvisionalIntraoral Appliances - Types
provisionalsoft vinylJoint Stabilization Appliance
featuresHas a flat surface occluding with the opposing dentition
Enables patients to move freely from maximum intercuspationJoint Stabilization Appliance
most commonly used in patients withtooth attrition
TMD symptomsIndications for Stabilization SplintTMJ capsulitis secondary to nocturnal bruxism
Muscular pain secondary to nocturnal bruxism
Dental pain and hypersensitivity secondary to nocturnal bruxism
Dental wear by attrition
Unstable occlusion
Clicking or locking
Tension-type headacheIndications for Stabilization Splint
clicking or locking aggravated byaggressive bruxing behaviorIndications for Stabilization Splint
tension type headache caused bytemporalis overactivity perpetuated by chronic night-time clenchingJoint Stabilization Appliance
archmaxillary or mandibularJoint Stabilization Appliance
coveragefullJoint Stabilization Appliance
occlusioncentric (habitual) occlusion
anterior (cuspid) guidance
even occlusal and incisal contactsJoint Stabilization Appliance
_____mm thick posteriorly1.5-2 mmJoint Stabilization Appliance
purposeServes as a behavior-changing device to make patient aware of clenching and tooth-grinding
-Modifies parafunctional behaviour
-Does not change maxillomandibular relationshipJoint Stabilization Appliance
best worn when?during sleep and 1-2 hours during dayAnterior Repositioning Appliance
primary used in patients withdisc displacement with reductionAnterior Repositioning Appliance
how does it workHolds the mandible in the anterior location where the condyle is reduced onto the disc
The disc-condyle mechanical disturbance are temporarily eliminated and the forces loading the condyle are transmitted through the disc's intermediate zoneAnterior Repositioning Appliance
proposed mechanismsMaintains "normal" disc relationship to prevent disc displacement on closing
Decreases adverse joint loading
Decreases joint clickingAnterior Repositioning Appliance
indicationsAcute "closed lock"
Retrodiscitis
Traditionally for patients who have disc displacement with reduction
Temporarily holds mandible anteriorAnterior Repositioning Appliance
Temporarily holds mandible anterior
how?Condyle is positioned onto disc's intermediate zone (where condyle is reduced onto disc)Anterior Repositioning Appliance
WearingMay need full time for acute closed lock
Maintain for two months to encourage "pseudodisc" formation
After 2 months, convert to joint stabilization splintanterior repositioning appliance
preferred to wear when?night timeAdjust appliance more efficiently by- Using acrylic bur's flat side rather than its pointOnce obtained desired centric contacts, ask patient how can make it ______more even
One side may be hitting harder than other
Certain contacts may be noticeably hitting hardercheck which contacts?non-working , working, protrusive
in protrusive you shouldn't have contacts between the posterior teethocclusal splint and heavy bruxersneed to fabricate appliance every 2-3 yearsPartial Coverage ApplianceNO soft partial coverage appliances
-unopposed teeth over-erupt
-opposed teeth may intrude due to excessive occlusal loadingpartial coverage appliance
anterior repositioning splints can lead tobilateral posterior open bitesSoft ApplianceEasily fabricated, inexpensive, and may be inserted at an initial appointmentSoft Appliance
may desire to use....In emergencies where patient in acute distress
As prognostic tool
As an easily adjustable interim appliance
TMD management of children (primary or mixed dentition)
When patient's financial situation is an overwhelming concernSoft Appliance
may desire to use as prognostic tool to evaluate...whether an occlusal appliance would be beneficial, e.g., for tinnitus, unsure whether patient has TMD, etc.NTI appliancenociceptive trigeminal inhibition appliance
small transparent device worn over upper incisors
-can cause intrusion of upper and lower anterior teeth--> open biteNociceptive Trigeminal Inhibition (NTI) Appliance
marketed for ________
associated with _______TMD and headaches
occlusal changesNociceptive Trigeminal Inhibition (NTI) Appliance
vs stabilization applianceNot as effective as stabilization applianceNTI Appliance
Hope for the Headache Sufferers
tx and preventionTMD
muscle pain
tension type headaches
migrainesNTI Appliance
Hope for the Headache Sufferers
MOAstops the clenching between teeth
decr hyperactivity of trigeminal nerve leading to migraineWhat About the Role of Surgery?Only indicated in a few cases when TMJ has been confirmed as the primary source of painsurgical proceduresArthrocentesis
Arthroscopy
Open joint procedures (Arthrotomy)
TMJ replacementWhile no specific therapies have been proven to be uniformly effective, many of the conservative modalities have proven to be at least as effective in providing symptomatic relief as most forms of invasive treatment.
Because these modalities do not produce ______, they present much less risk of producing ____irreversible changes
harm