TMJ arthroscopy
Pre-operative assessment (range of motion, muscle function) + rehabilitation after minimally invasive TMJ surgery.
Characteristics
TMJ arthroscopy is minimally invasive surgery allowing joint lavage or disc intervention. The pre-operative assessment evaluates joint range of motion and muscle function. Post-operative rehabilitation begins quickly with cryotherapy, drainage, and progressive joint mobilizations.
- Residual joint inflammation
- Temporary opening limitation
- Post-intervention pain
- Minimal scarring
Physiotherapy treatment
- Pre-op assessment: range of motion, muscle function
- Cryotherapy and drainage
- Progressive muscle strengthening
- Proprioception exercises
Progress with treatment
Progress varies according to the condition and individual factors. Conservative options may be discussed after assessment, without a promised result or timeline.
Questions About TMJ Disorders
Characteristics
Pre-operative assessment (range of motion, muscle function) + rehabilitation after minimally invasive TMJ surgery.
Physiotherapy treatment
Pre-op assessment: range of motion, muscle function Cryotherapy and drainage Progressive muscle strengthening Proprioception exercises
How many sessions are needed?
The number and spacing of visits depend on assessment, response and goals. No duration or result can be guaranteed.
Scientific sources
- Effectiveness of manual therapy for TMD (PubMed)
- TMJ and cervical spine connection (PMC)
- Therapeutic exercises for TMD (PubMed)
- Conservative approach to TMJ disorders (PubMed)
- Intra-oral techniques - systematic review
- Bruxism and physiotherapy (PubMed)
- Physiopedia practical guide - TMD
- HAS recommendations on TMD