Sleep cycles, TMD, fibromyalgia, and their relationship to orofacial myofunctional disorders

Abstract

Poor quality sleep is caused by many factors including orofacial myology disorders. TMJ and fibromyalgia patients demonstrate a variety of similar symptoms making diagnosis difficult A team approach utilizing appropriate referrals is critical to successful patient treatment.

Keywords

Temporomandibular joint, Fibromyalgia, Orofacial Myology, Sleep Disorders, Sleep Cycles

Suggested Citation

Green, S. (1999). Sleep cycles, TMD, fibromyalgia, and their relationship to orofacial myofunctional disorders. International Journal of Orofacial Myology, 25(1), 4-14.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52010/ijom.1999.25.1.1