Jaw Exercise Versus Jaw & Posture Exercise Therapies in Comparison to Occlusal Splint Effectiveness in Probable Sleep Bruxism: A Randomised Controlled Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite various treatment approaches for bruxism, there is limited evidence comparing exercise therapy and occlusal splints, highlighting the importance of this study.

Objectives

To compare the effects of a 6-week jaw exercise (JE) program with combined jaw and posture exercises (JP) on pain and mandibular motion in patients with probable sleep bruxism. The secondary objectives were to evaluate the effects of the interventions on oral parafunctions, posture, and sleep quality.

Methods

Sixty-three patients with probable sleep bruxism were randomly assigned to JE, JP, or Occlusal Splints (OS) groups at the University Hospital. Pain levels were assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS), and the maximum oral opening was measured using a calliper. Secondary

SUBMITTER: Karabicak GO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12426463 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature