Orofacial manual therapy with oromotor exercises improves cervical movement impairment associated with headache and features of temporomandibular dysfunction: A review article

Abstract

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are a group of conditions that can cause headaches and cervical dysfunction. Cervical dysfunction is manifested by limitations in any part of the kinetic sequence, an important component of which is the temporomandibular joint. The areas of concern in the musculoskeletal system, including the temporomandibular joint and the masseter muscles, are collectively known as temporomandibular disorders (TMJ) and cervical spine disorders. There is also evidence that headaches can cause symptoms that affect the TMJ. Physiotherapy can be used for management of temporomandibular dysfunction and its secondary cervical symptoms. This present article highlights the role of physical therapy in the treatment of TMDs along with cervical spine consideration.