The use of stretching devices for treatment of trismus in head and neck cancer patients: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To compare the effects of two stretching devices, the TheraBite® Jaw Motion Rehabilitation System™ and the Dynasplint Trismus System®, on maximal mouth opening in head and neck cancer patients.

Methods

Patients were randomly assigned to one of two exercise groups: the TheraBite® Jaw Motion Rehabilitation System™ group or the Dynasplint Trismus System® group. Patients performed stretching exercises for 3 months. During the three study visits, maximal mouth opening was measured and the patients completed questionnaires on mandibular function and quality of life.

Results

In our study population (n = 27), five patients did not start the exercise protocol, eight patients discontinued exercises, and two patients were lost to follow-up. No significant differences reg

SUBMITTER: van der Geer SJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6892373 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature