Reliability of an intraoral extension for intraoral palpation and assessment of mechanical sensitivity of the temporal tendon

N Renner, YM Costa, EE Castrillon… - Journal of Oral …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Background The temporal tendon is a structure often compromised in patients suffering from
temporomandibular disorders (TMD), yet its intraoral location makes a standardised …

Comparison of force profiles from two musculoskeletal palpation methods: A methodological study

RS Pillai, SF Kothari, P Svensson… - Journal of Oral …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Abstract Background The Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (DC/TMD)
protocol recommends a 5 s and 1 kg force dynamic palpation around the lateral condylar …

Effect of clinical experience and training with visual feedback on standardized palpation outcomes—Potential implications for assessment of jaw muscle sensitivity

Y Iwata, H Nishimori, T Iida, M Masuda… - Journal of Oral …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Background The evaluation of muscle pain and sensitivity by manual palpation is an
important part of the clinical examination in patients with myalgia. However, the effects of …