Multidisciplinary Journal of Science and Technology

THE ROLE OF NEUROMUSCULAR DISORDERS IN THE PATHOGENESIS OF TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DYSFUNCTION ASSOCIATED WITH MYOFASCIAL PAIN SYNDROME.

Raimova M.M

Scientific supervisor: MD, Professor of the Department of Neurology and traditional medicine, TSMU.

Xasanova M.F

2nd-year Clinical Resident, Department of Nervous Diseases, Pediatric Neurology and Medical Genetics, TSMU

Keywords: Temporomandibular joint dysfunction; neuromuscular disorders; myofascial pain syndrome; muscle spasm; orofacial pain; multidisciplinary treatment; psycho-emotional factors; masticatory muscles; occlusal balance; physiotherapy.

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Abstract

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction is a multifactorial condition accompanied by pain, restricted mandibular movements, and impaired masticatory function. Neuromuscular disorders, including myofascial pain syndrome, muscle spasm, and imbalance of masticatory muscle tone, play a key role in its development. These changes are closely associated with disturbances of the central and autonomic nervous systems. The article provides a review of current literature data on the pathogenetic role of neuromuscular disorders in TMJ dysfunction and their importance for diagnosis and treatment.

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