Effects of Action Observation and Motor Imagery on Orofacial Sensorimotor Variables

Effects of Action Observation and Motor Imagery on Orofacial Sensorimotor Variables

The main objective of the present study was to evaluate the effects of different dosages of action observation (AO) and motor imagery (MI) combined with an orofacial exercise program on pain pressure thresholds, lingual endurance and perceived exertion in asymptomatic subjects.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. healthy individuals with no pain
2. aged between 18 and 65 years
3. subjects with correct masticatory function and labial and lingual mobility

Exclusion Criteria:

1. individuals who presented systemic, cardiorespiratory, central nervous system or rheumatic diseases, or those who presented any musculoskeletal or craniocervical pathology
2. underage individuals
3. individuals with orofacial pain or temporomandibular disorders at the time of the study
4. subjects' complaint of toothache or tenderness to percussion.