Upon Examination of Your Patient's Temporomandibular Joint (TMJs),you Observe the Following

question 10

Multiple Choice

Upon examination of your patient's temporomandibular joint (TMJs) ,you observe the following amount of active range of motion (AROM) : opening 55 mm; (L) lateral deviation 8 mm; (R) lateral deviation 8 mm; and protrusion 12 mm.Based on your knowledge of normal values of AROM of the TMJ,you would conclude that there is:

• A) Less than expected opening and protrusion
• B) Less than expected lateral deviation bilaterally
• C) Greater than expected opening and protrusion
• D) Excessive motion in all directions

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Definitions:

Isometric Training

A type of strength training where the muscle length does not change during contraction, such as planks or wall sits.

Muscle Power

The ability of a muscle or group of muscles to exert force in a short period of time, important for quick, explosive movements.

Optimal Force

The best or most efficient level of force that muscles can produce to perform an activity or task effectively without injury.

Prolonged Period

An extended duration of time that goes beyond what is normal or expected.