Psychometric properties of the Arabic version of the Jaw Functional Limitation Scale (JFLS-Ar) in patients with temporomandibular disorders.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a group of musculoskeletal conditions characterized by orofacial pain and functional impairments. The Jaw Functional Limitation Scale (JFLS) is a patient-reported outcome measure recommended by the Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders. The aim of the study was to translate and cross-culturally adapt the JFLS for the Arabic language and to test its validity and reliability in Egyptian patients with TMDs.

Methods

The JFLS was translated and cross-culturally adapted into Modern Standard Arabic according to standard guidelines. The construct validity was assessed in 54 patients with TMD who completed the Arabic versions of JFLS (JFLS-Ar), the Arabic version of Oral Health Impact Profile 5 (OHIP5-Ar), and the Numeri

SUBMITTER: Elkhawaga H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12860105 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature