Date of Award
1994
Document Type
Scholarly Project
Degree Name
Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)
Department
Physical Therapy
First Advisor
Beverly Johnson
Keywords
Temporomandibular Joint; Temporomandibular Joint Disorders -- therapy
Abstract
In orthopedic literature, internal derangement is considered to be one of the main predisposing factors in the development of temporomandibular joint dysfunction and subsequent arthrosis. Internal derangement can be defined as the abnormal relationship of the articular disc to the condyle and consists of a multitude of disorders.
Physical therapy is well-recognized as an effective, conservative method of treatment for temporomandibular disorders. Early treatment to correct symptomatic internal derangement decreases the possibility of disc deformation and further joint degeneration. However, much of the physical therapy literature consists of uncontrolled case studies and focal clinical technique articles. For this reason, there is a need for well-controlled outcome studies.
The proposed review of literature will clarify current knowledge concerning internal derangement and define the role of physical therapy in its management. The review will illustrate the etiology, clinical manifestation, and progression of derangement. The current views regarding medical management will be discussed.
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Kathy, "Physical Therapy and Internal Derangement of the Temporomandibular Joint" (1994). Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects. 236.
https://commons.und.edu/pt-grad/236