Clinical Trial: Kaltenborn Versus Active Release on Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
Study Status: COMPLETED
Recruit Status: COMPLETED
Condition: Head and Neck Cancer
Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
Official Title: Kaltenborn Mobilization Versus Active Release Technique on Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction for Radiation - Induced Trismus in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer
Brief Summary:
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a term describing musculoskeletal conditions of the face, jaw and temporal regions.TMD is frequently associated with pain and/or dysfunction such as impaired jaw function, pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), muscles and/or related structures, and associated headaches.The etiology of TMD is multifactorial and complex.It is known that one cause of TMD symptom development is treatment for head and neck cancer (HNC).The main treatment modalities for HNC include…
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