Research Article
Effects of Sternocleidomastoid Stretching Exercises on Temporomandibular Joint Range of Motion: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Author(s):
Anam Zafar*, Samrood Akram, Muhammad Yawar Azeem Khan, Farhia Shah, Lubna Zafar and Naveed Anwar
Objective: To compare the effect of SCM stretching exercise on TMJ and neck range of motion, and TMJ pain between experimental and control group.
Methodology: This quasi-experimental study conducted in academic year 2018 to 2019 included 96 participants, selected using nonprobability convenience sampling with diagnosed Temporo Mandibular Disorder (TMD) and shortened SCM between the age group of 20 to 40 years and divided into two groups; 48 participants in each control and experimental group which were given the standard treatment for TMD, and SCM stretching intervention along with the standard physical therapy treatment respectively. Post treatment outcomes were measured as Maximal Mouth Opening (MMO) by plastic ruler and pain improvement by numeric pain rating scale. Neck range of motion measured by goniometer. The analysis was done by usi.. Read More»
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