Analysis of the Effects of the Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment in Carriers of Temporomandibular Disorders

Rigid occlusal splints and medication (Ibuprofen and Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride) were made and prescribed under the dentist professor supervision. Likewise, speech therapists performed assessments, measurements, massages, stretches and therapeutic exercises for head, neck and mouth regions.

Same assistance of Conventional Group, cited above, plus the osteopathic care during 20 to 30 minutes once a week during four weeks. The osteopathic treatment consisted in an individualized assessment of mobility restrictions of myofascial tissues and joints and the application of smooth techniques such myofascial release, membranous strain and counterstrain, muscle energy, cranial and high velocity and low amplitude.

The medication was prescribed by the dentist as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug if necessary.

The medication was prescribed by the dentist as muscle relaxer if necessary.