To determine effectiveness of massage versus massage with post isometric relaxation exercises in temporomandibular disorders for pain and limited joint mobility.

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients with clinical features with myofascial pain and limited mouth opening fulfilling the Axis Group I of RDC/TMD criteria,
• absence of temporomandibular disc displacement with or without reduction,
• good general health (absence of chronic diseases which may affect temporomandibular joint or the masticatory muscles),
• full dental arches with natural teeth or missing teeth replaced with fixed dental prostheses

Exclusion Criteria:

• earlier splint therapy,
• pharmacotherapy (e.g., hormone replacement therapy, oral contraception and antidepressants),
• injury of masticatory organ,
• undergoing orthodontic treatment,
• inflammation in oral cavity (e.g., impacted molars and pulp inflammation) and fibromyalgia