Myofacial pain dysfunction syndrome causes pain, disturbance in jaw movements, and muscle spasms. MPDS is caused by hyperexcitation of peripheral sensory neurons as it produces spasms in the masticatory muscles. Malocclusion, jaw clenching, bruxism, stress, anxiety, etc., are the causes of MPDS. Treatments include rehabilitation, splints, physical therapy, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation therapy, etc.
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