enow.com Web Search

Search results

1. Results from the WOW.Com Content Network

2. Jaw jerk reflex - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaw_jerk_reflex

   The jaw jerk reflex or the masseter reflex is a stretch reflex used to test the status of a patient's trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V) and to help distinguish an upper cervical cord compression from lesions that are above the foramen magnum.

3. Trismus - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trismus

   Trismus is a condition of restricted opening of the mouth. [1] [2] The term was initially used in the setting of tetanus. [2] Trismus may be caused by spasm of the muscles of mastication or a variety of other causes. [3] Temporary trismus occurs much more frequently than permanent trismus. [4]

4. Oromandibular dystonia - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oromandibular_dystonia

   Oromandibular dystonia is characterized by involuntary spasms of the tongue, jaw, and mouth muscles that result in bruxism, or grinding of the teeth, and jaw closure. These conditions frequently lead to secondary dental wear as well as temporomandibular joint syndrome. In addition, problems with chewing, speaking, and swallowing may result from ...

5. The Morning Stretch Routine Physical Therapists Wish ... - AOL

   www.aol.com/morning-stretch-routine-physical...

   Here, find a morning stretch routine recommended by physical therapists, including moves like the cat-cow, figure-4 stretch, and more.

6. Temporomandibular joint dysfunction - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temporomandibular_joint...

   The most simple method is by regular stretching within pain tolerance, using the thumb and a finger in a "scissor" maneuver. Gentle force is applied until pain of resistance is felt, and then the position is held for several seconds. Commercial devices have been developed to carry out this stretching exercise (e.g. the "Therabite" appliance).

7. Tetanus - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tetanus

   Tetanus often begins with mild spasms in the jaw muscles—also known as lockjaw. Similar spasms can also be a feature of trismus. [9] The spasms can also affect the facial muscles, resulting in an appearance called risus sardonicus. Chest, neck, back, abdominal muscles, and buttocks may be affected.

8. Mesencephalic nucleus of trigeminal nerve - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mesencephalic_nucleus_of...

   The MNTN is involved in reflex proprioception of the periodontium [8] and of the muscles of mastication in the jaw [9] that functions to prevent biting down hard enough to lose a tooth. To subserve this reflex protective function, mechanoreceptive nerves in the periodontal ligament sense tooth movement and project to the mesencephalic nucleus.

9. AOL Mail

   mail.aol.com

   Get AOL Mail for FREE! Manage your email like never before with travel, photo & document views. Personalize your inbox with themes & tabs. You've Got Mail!