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. 2008 May;20(2):145-57, v.
doi: 10.1016/j.coms.2007.12.003.

Classification, causation and treatment of masticatory myogenous pain and dysfunction

Glenn T Clark  1
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Classification, causation and treatment of masticatory myogenous pain and dysfunction

Glenn T Clark. Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am. 2008 May.

Abstract

This article focuses on chronic myogenous pains affecting the masticatory muscles, including focal myalgia, regional myalgia, myofascial pain, and fibromyalgia. The probable mechanisms are discussed and treatment options, including self-directed treatment, physical medicine modalities, and several types of pharmacologic agents, are presented.

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