Pain, dynamic postural control, mental health and impact of oral health in individuals with temporomandibular disorder: A cross-sectional study.

Journal: Journal of bodywork and movement therapies
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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Some studies claim that functional changes in TMD affect the stomatognathic system (SS) and could contribute to the emergence of pain and changes in postural control.

Authors

  • Cleide Mara Niszezak
    Posture and Balance Laboratory (Lapeq), Health and Sport Sciences Center, Santa Catarina State University, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil; Graduate Program in Physiotherapy, Santa Catarina State University, Brazil.
  • Anelise Sonza
    Posture and Balance Laboratory (Lapeq), Health and Sport Sciences Center, Santa Catarina State University, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil; Graduate Program in Physiotherapy, Santa Catarina State University, Brazil; Physiotherapy Department, Santa Catarina State University, Brazil.
  • Gilmar Moraes Santos
    Posture and Balance Laboratory (Lapeq), Health and Sport Sciences Center, Santa Catarina State University, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil; Graduate Program in Physiotherapy, Santa Catarina State University, Brazil; Physiotherapy Department, Santa Catarina State University, Brazil. Electronic address: gilmar.santos@udesc.br.