Elite athletes push their bodies to the limit, but what about their jaws? A recent study in Germany dug into this, focusing on temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and the use of oral splints among top-tier athletes. TMD is a fancy term for issues with the jaw joint and muscles, causing pain and trouble moving the jaw. The study used questionnaires to gather data from ...

When it comes to studying temporomandibular disorders, or TMD, the numbers matter. Sample size and effect size are crucial in making sure the results of a study are reliable. These numbers help researchers figure out how many people to include in a study and how big of an impact the treatment might have. It's like planning a big party. You need to know how many guest...

Jaw pain, or temporomandibular disorder (TMD), is a common issue. It can be tough to deal with, especially for teens. People have been trying different ways to fix it. A recent study aimed to find out if a mix of exercises, hands-on therapy, and health education could help. They wanted to see if this mix, called multimodal rehabilitation, works for teens. They al...