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Abstract Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) is a term used to describe a set of clinical conditions that may compromise the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and masticatory muscles and/or associated structures, considered the most frequent cause of orofacial pain of non-dental origin. In recent years, many forms of physical therapy have been used in the treatment of TMD to reduce pain and improve the range of mandibular movement present in this impairment. Among these resources are kinesiotherapy (exercise), electrothermal and manual therapy, acupuncture, training posture, mobilizations, and biofeedback. Objectives To determine if exercises with or without occlusal splints are effective in reducing pain in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) of myogenic origin. Methodology This systematic review was registered in the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (CRD 42019134244). Controlled trials published in PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane Library following PRISMA guidelines up to April 2022 were randomized and included. The population above 18 years, which evaluated the effectiveness of exercise with or without occlusal splints in reducing pain in patients with TMD of myogenic origin, diagnosed through the Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders, was also included. There was no restriction on the period of publication. Cochrane risk of bias analysis was performed. Results Of the five included articles, all showed a reduction of pain, but without significant differences between the interventions performed. Additionally, studies that evaluated the quality of life and mandibular movements showed a reduction in pain, but no significant differences between therapies. Conclusion The analyzed studies showed no difference in the improvement of pain, quality of life, and mandibular movements between the groups that performed only exercises or the associated treatments.
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Objetivo: elucidar aspectos envolvidos no uso dos dispositivos intraorais para apneia obstrutiva do sono em indivíduos desdentados totais, como a eficácia dos dispositivos, o conforto e retenção/estabilidade. Metodologia: essa revisão seguiu o checklist do PRISMA, no qual foram incluídos estudos clínicos em inglês, sem restrição de tempo, em que foram utilizados dispositivos para apneia obstrutiva do sono em pacientes desdentados bimaxilares. As buscas foram realizadas nas bases de dados PubMed / MEDLINE, Cochrane e SCOPUS até março de 2021. Resultados: Após as diferentes etapas do processo de seleção dos artigos, foram selecionados 6 estudos para esta revisão, sendo 5 relatos de caso e 1 ensaio clínico. Os estudos relataram uma redução no índice apneia-hipopneia. Em três estudos houve redução expressiva, proporcionando a redução no grau de apneia, de severa para moderada e moderada para leve. A protrusão alcançada com os dispositivos foi adequada para o efeito desejado, em todos os dispositivos. Os estudos não reportam deslocamento do dispositivo e apenas um relata desconforto temporário. Conclusão: Os dispositivos intraorais foram eficazes no tratamento da apneia obstrutiva do sono em pacientes desdentados e os usuários não tiveram queixas quanto ao conforto e estáveis... (AU)
Objective: to elucidate aspects involved in the use of intraoral devices for obstructive sleep apnea in complete edentulous patients, such as the effectiveness of these devices, comfort and retention/stability. Methodology: this review followed the PRISMA checklist, included clinical studies in English, without publication restrictions, in which intraoral devices were used for obstructive sleep apnea in edentulous bimaxillary patients. The search was carried out in PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane and SCOPUS databases, until March 2021. Results: After the different stages of the article selection process, 6 studies were selected for this review, 5 case reports and 1 clinical trial. The studies reported a reduction in the apnea-hypopnea index. In three studies there was a significant reduction in the degree of apnea, from severe to moderate and moderate to mild. The protrusion achieved with the devices was adequate for the desired effect, in all devices. Studies did not report displacement of the device and only one reports temporary discomfort. Conclusion: Intraoral devices were effective in treating obstructive sleep apnea in edentulous patients and users had no complaints about comfort and stability... (AU)