Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences (Aug 2024)

Low-Level Laser and TENS Therapy Assessment for the Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder

  • Silpiranjan Mishra,
  • Atul Anand Bajoria,
  • NC Sangamesh,
  • Ajit Kumar Swain,
  • Sanjay Kumar Sahoo,
  • Abinash Mohapatra

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_140_24
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 16, no. Suppl 3
pp. S2179 – S2181

Abstract

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Introduction: The most prevalent conditions in the population are temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), which are linked to a number of morbidities. A number of treatment options have been proposed, and some of the most successful ones include low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) therapy. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of two therapies—TENS treatment and LLLT—in the management of morbidities related to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Materials and Methods: Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, a total of 50 patients who had been sent to the oral medicine outpatient department and had been pre-diagnosed with TMJ disorders were randomly assigned to two groups, with 25 patients in each: Group I received TENS therapy, while Group II received LLLT. The acquired data was assessed statistically. Result: Both groups showed a substantial decrease in discomfort, an increase in mouth opening, and a decrease in muscular tenderness when compared to within groups. LLT was more effective than TENS for TMD treatment. Conclusion: While TENS and LLLT both had good results, LLLT appeared to outperform TENS therapy in terms of muscle tenderness factors.

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