Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, fibromyalgia and temporomandibular disorder: report of an unusual combination.
An unusual case of temporomandibular disorder in the presence of both fibromyalgia and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is presented. Some of the problems in treating these patients are discussed. It is suggested that early conservative treatment of the temporomandibular disorder with a stabilization splint and physical therapy is effective, and this approach should be attempted before any surgical intervention is chosen.
Miller
V J
VJ
Department of Conservative Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Oral Health Science, South Africa.
Zeltser
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R
Yoeli
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Z
Bodner
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D000293:Adolescent; D004535:Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome / Q000150:complications*; D005260:Female; D005356:Fibromyalgia / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy; D017090:Occlusal Splints; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D019224:Temporomandibular Joint Disc / Q000473:pathology; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy