Temporomandibular Dysfunction in Patients With Cervical Disc Herniation

Investigation of Temporomandibular Dysfunction in Patients With Cervical Disc Herniation

Cervical spine problems are associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and related muscles.The aim of the present study was to investigate temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) and pain in individuals with cervical disc herniation (CDH) according to the level of neck disability.

The study included diagnosed with cervical disc herniation. The participants were divided into two groups based on their The Neck Disability Index (NDI) score: Group 1 with no disability and mild disability and Group 2 with moderate and severe disability. Temporomandibular dysfunction and its severity, intensity of neck and temporomandibular joint pain was assessed.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosed with cervical disc herniation aged between 18 and 65,
• who could read and write in Turkish

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals with a history of head and neck surgery, fracture, physiotherapy or medical treatment cervical or temporomandibular joint treatment within the last six months,
• presence of any inflammatory rheumatic diseases, such as ankylosing spondylitis and rheumatoid arthritis, facial paralysis, infection, advanced osteoporosis