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Altay B, Çoban E, Yurttaş M, Arık Ö, Türkoğlu A. Dental patients' tinnitus profile: prevalence, types, and associated factors with oral and maxillofacial diseases. Acta Odontol Scand 2024; 83:210-218. [PMID: 38682700 DOI: 10.2340/aos.v83.40572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Maxillofacial diseases may pose a risk factor for the onset of tinnitus, and may influence the severity of its symptoms. The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence of tinnitus among patients routinely visiting the Faculty of Dentistry and to assess the relationship between tinnitus and maxillofacial diseases. MATERIALS AND METHODS This was a prospective cross-sectional study conducted on 3,626 patients. Demographic data, information on tinnitus symptoms, temporomandibular disorder (TMD) presence, the existence of trigger points in masticatory muscles, toothache, and bruxism were evaluated. RESULTS Tinnitus was detected in 385 patients, resulting in a prevalence rate of 10.61%. Of the patients, 38.4% were male and 61.6% were female, and the mean age was 42.66 ± 16.34 years. Tinnitus was categorised as normal in 47.8% of the patients and pathological in 52.2% of the patients. Bruxism was identified in 65.5% of the patients, toothache in 42.9%, TMD in 33.8%, and masticatory trigger points in 27.0% of the patients. A tendency towards tinnitus provoked by toothache was observed in 5.9% of the patients. The presence of pathological tinnitus was found to increase the risk by 1.839 times for toothache and 1.456 times for bruxism. CONCLUSION There may be an association between oral and maxillofacial diseases and tinnitus, especially bruxism and toothache. Therefore, the evaluation of these conditions may be a routine part of tinnitus management.
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- Berkan Altay
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Kırıkkale University, Kırıkkale, Turkey
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Kırıkkale University, Kırıkkale, Turkey.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Kütahya Health Sciences University, Kütahya, Turkey
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- Department of Biostatistics, Kütahya Health Sciences University, Kütahya, Turkey
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Kütahya Health Sciences University, Kütahya, Turkey
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da Silva MT, Silva C, Silva J, Costa M, Gadotti I, Ribeiro K. Effectiveness of Physical Therapy Interventions for Temporomandibular Disorders Associated with Tinnitus: A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2023; 12:4329. [PMID: 37445364 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12134329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) refers to different clinical conditions affecting the temporomandibular joints, masticatory muscles, and adjacent structures. Although TMDs signs and symptoms (e.g., pain and limited mouth opening) are common, otological symptoms, such as tinnitus, might also be present. This study aims to summarize the evidence of the effectiveness of physical therapy interventions in individuals with TMDs associated with tinnitus. Randomized controlled trials investigating the effectiveness of physical therapy in individuals of both genders aged 18 or older with TMDs associated with tinnitus were included. The electronic search was performed in the following databases: MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PEDro and CENTRAL. A total of four studies were included. All studies showed that physical therapy reduced the intensity of tinnitus, and two trials showed a decrease in the pain intensity caused by TMDs, an increase in the pressure pain thresholds in the masticatory muscles and an improvement of mandibular function. Two studies presented a low risk of bias. Despite a low certainty of the evidence, this review showed that physical therapy reduces the intensity or severity of tinnitus associated with TMDs. Results may support future research on the topic and evidence-based practice by recommending the best physical therapy approach for patients, clinicians, researchers, and health system managers.
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- Marianne Trajano da Silva
- Post-Graduation Program of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal 59078-970, RN, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal 59078-970, RN, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal 59078-970, RN, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal 59078-970, RN, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199, USA
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- Post-Graduation Program of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal 59078-970, RN, Brazil
- Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal 59078-970, RN, Brazil
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Shaffer SM, Naze GS. Evaluation and management of temporomandibular disorders. Part 2: an orthopaedic physical therapy update on examination and clinical reasoning. J Man Manip Ther 2023; 31:143-152. [PMID: 36171740 PMCID: PMC10288906 DOI: 10.1080/10669817.2022.2124617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022] Open
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Temporomandibular (TM) disorders afflict many people globally and, despite the presence of existing peer-reviewed material that assists conservative orthopedic providers, recent advances in knowledge indicate that updated resources are required for students, clinicians, and educators. This two-part series builds off previously published material to present newer supplementary information that can be useful during the evaluation and management processes. Content in Part 1 of this series includes a discussion about the factors that have been shown to contribute to TM disorders, an updated perspective of relevant pain science, a discussion of self-report outcome measures, and various different topics related to the examination of patients with TM disorders. Part 2 addresses information related to the temporomandibular joint disc, joint hypermobility, oral splints, and clinical reasoning. In combination with other available publications, this two-part series provides clinicians an opportunity to improve their delivery of effective and efficient clinical services for people diagnosed with TM disorders.
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- Stephen M. Shaffer
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Education, Nursing, and Health Professions, University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Congdon School of Health Sciences, High Point University, High Point, NC, USA
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Chew AQA, Saigo L, Yap AU. Is there a comorbid relationship between temporomandibular disorders and otologic signs/symptoms?: An umbrella review. Cranio 2022:1-14. [PMID: 35543516 DOI: 10.1080/08869634.2022.2069639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This umbrella review (UR) explored the possible associations between temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and otologic signs/symptoms (OSs) and established the potential impact of TMD interventions on OSs. METHODS A systematic review of systematic reviews (SRs)/meta-analyses (MAs) was conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines and Joanna Briggs Institute UR protocol. Electronic search of the PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Open Grey databases was conducted and the quality of the identified studies was assessed using the AMSTAR2 criteria. RESULTS Out of 923 and 157 articles screened for the first and second focus questions respectively, a total of 8 SRs/MAs fulfilled the eligibility criteria. The prevalence of OSs in TMD patients and contrariwise varied substantially up to 85.0-95.0%. Available evidence indicates that TMDs are associated with OSs, and TMD treatment reduced OSs. CONCLUSION Findings suggest that a comorbid relationship between TMDs and OSs exists, and therapeutic TMD interventions improve OSs.
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- Amelia Qin'An Anya Chew
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, National Dental Centre Singapore, Singapore Health Services, Singapore
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, National Dental Centre Singapore, Singapore Health Services, Singapore
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- Medical School, Singapore Health Services, Singapore; Department of Dentistry, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Faculty of Dentistry, National University Health System SingaporeNational Dental Research Institute Singapore, National Dental Centre Singapore and Duke-NUS, Singapore
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van der Wal A, Michiels S, Van de Heyning P, Gilles A, Jacquemin L, Van Rompaey V, Braem M, Visscher CM, Topsakal V, Truijen S, De Hertogh W. Reduction of Somatic Tinnitus Severity is Mediated by Improvement of Temporomandibular Disorders. Otol Neurotol 2022; 43:e309-e315. [PMID: 35020685 DOI: 10.1097/mao.0000000000003446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Successful orofacial treatment can reduce tinnitus severity in patients with somatic tinnitus (ST). However, it is still unclear to what extent the degree of reduction in temporomandibular disorders (TMD) actually contributes to the decrease in tinnitus severity after orofacial treatment. Therefore, the aim of this study was to analyze the mediating effect of reduction in TMD pain on the improvement of tinnitus severity after multidisciplinary orofacial treatment. METHODS A total of 80 patients with moderate to severe ST attributed to the temporomandibular region, were recruited from a tertiary tinnitus clinic. At baseline, patients were randomly assigned to the orofacial treatment group or to the control group. Both groups received a minimum of information and advice regarding their tinnitus complaints. The orofacial treatment group received orofacial physical therapy complemented with occlusal splints when needed, while the control group received no other treatment. A mediation analysis was performed according to the steps described by Baron and Kenny and the proportion of the mediating effect was calculated for the potential mediator: "change in TMD pain," measured by a one-point decrease in TMD pain screener score. RESULTS Our analysis showed that 35% of the observed decrease in tinnitus severity can be attributed to a reduction in TMD pain. A significant total effect of orofacial treatment compared with control on the change in tinnitus functional index (TFI) score was found (B = 0.253 p = 0.025 Cl for B = 1.265-18.576). Orofacial treatment was also significantly related to the change in TMD pain (Exp (B) = 2.800, p = 0.034 Cl for Exp B 1.081-7.251). Additionally, the change in TMD pain screener score was significantly related to the change in TFI score (B = -0.273 p = 0.016 Cl for B = -19.875 to -2.119). CONCLUSION Reduction of TMD pain is a mediating factor in the decrease of tinnitus severity after multidisciplinary orofacial treatment. PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS Orofacial treatment can be used to decrease tinnitus severity in patients with TMD related somatic tinnitus.
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- Annemarie van der Wal
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital
- Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, REVAL, University of Hasselt, Hasselt
- Department of Translational Neurosciences
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital
- Department of Translational Neurosciences
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital
- Department of Translational Neurosciences
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital
- Department of Translational Neurosciences
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital
- Department of Translational Neurosciences
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- Lab Dental Materials
- Special Care Dentistry, University Hospital Antwerp, Edegem
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam and VU University Amsterdam, Research Institute MOVE Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital Brussels, Free University Brussels, Brussels Health Campus Belgium, Jette, Belgium
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Patients' perceptions on temporomandibular disorder treatment with hydrostatic oral splints - a pilot study. BDJ Open 2022; 8:4. [PMID: 35124698 PMCID: PMC8818047 DOI: 10.1038/s41405-022-00096-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2021] [Revised: 12/29/2021] [Accepted: 01/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Objective To evaluate temporomandibular disorder (TMD) treatment with a prefabricated, hydrostatic oral splint (HOS) based on self-reported patient’s symptoms using a standardized questionnaire. Methods Two hundred fifty-eight questionnaires from patients diagnosed with TMD and subsequently treated with HOS were collected from two independent private practices. Based on patient’s comfort the questionnaire recorded TMD symptoms and symptom regression. Descriptive and comparative statistics was carried out using SPSS. Results A total of 221 questionnaires were analyzed. Patients reported TMD symptoms such as pain (93.2%), TMJ clicking (66.1%), headache (25.8%), cervical spine disorders (23.5%), restricted mouth opening (22.6%) and tinnitus (11.8%). For most symptoms, improvement was reported mostly after two weeks, except for tinnitus, where positive effects were usually reported after four weeks. Conclusion HOS seem to be effective for immediate treatment of pain and other TMD symptoms. Based on the available data, a treatment period of four weeks can be recommended.
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Hernández-Nuño de la Rosa MF, Keith DA, Siegel NS, Moreno-Hay I. Is there an association between otologic symptoms and temporomandibular disorders?: An evidence-based review. J Am Dent Assoc 2021; 153:1096-1103. [PMID: 34799013 DOI: 10.1016/j.adaj.2021.07.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Accepted: 07/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this article is to discuss the scientific evidence available on the the pathophysiology and management of otologic complaints in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). TYPES OF STUDIES REVIEWED The authors conducted an electronic search in MEDLINE, Web of Science and ScienceDirect and retrieved all the relevant peer-reviewed journal articles available in English on the topic. No time restriction was applied. RESULTS No consensus exists on the management of otologic symptoms in patients with concomitant TMD. The scientific evidence suggests that conservative or reversible TMD therapy might provide relief. However, this evidence is scarce and low, thus further studies with larger sample sizes and better designed methodological frameworks are needed. Until such evidence is available, dentists and orofacial pain specialists should treat TMD patients using current guidelines and refer those with otologic symptoms to an otolaryngologist. PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS Given the wide range of potential pathophysiologies and treatments for each otologic symptom described in the TMD patient, close collaboration with otolaryngologists is essential to achieve the best patient care.
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Hilgenberg-Sydney PB, Saldanha ADD, Lopes AC, Conti PCR. Audiological Evaluation of Patients With Somatosensory Tinnitus Attributed to Temporomandibular Disorders. Am J Audiol 2020; 29:930-934. [PMID: 33197332 DOI: 10.1044/2020_aja-20-00133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Purpose Tinnitus and temporomandibular disorders have already been associated in the literature, but despite many studies, it is still an intriguing discussion point. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of hearing loss among somatosensory tinnitus patients with temporomandibular disorders and to assess the influence of tinnitus on patients' quality of life. Method An otolaryngologist examined 585 patients in order to detect and evaluate the presence of tinnitus. Subjects were evaluated using the Portuguese version of the Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders. An analysis of the somatic component of tinnitus was performed. Tinnitus was rated according to its onset (at least 6 months) and intensity with a visual analog scale. The sample was composed of 100 patients with somatosensory tinnitus divided into two groups: Group 1 (with temporomandibular disorder, n = 85) and Group 2 (without temporomandibular disorder, n = 15). The audiological evaluation was composed of pure-tone audiometry, high-frequency audiometry, tympanometry, and transient-evoked otoacoustic emissions. The impact of tinnitus on quality of life was assessed by the Tinnitus Handicap Inventory adapted and validated to Portuguese language. Results Pure-tone audiometry did not differ with statistical significance between groups (p = .29), neither did the high-frequency audiometry results (p = .74). Tinnitus Handicap Inventory scores also did not show any differences between Groups 1 and 2 (p = .67). Conclusions Subjects with somatosensory tinnitus, who also have temporomandibular disorders, do not seem to have hearing impairment. Also, they do not have a higher quality of life handicap when compared to those without tinnitus and temporomandibular disorder.
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- Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru, Universidade de São Paulo, Bauru, SP, Brasil
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van der Wal A, Van de Heyning P, Gilles A, Jacquemin L, Topsakal V, Van Rompaey V, Braem M, Visscher CM, Truijen S, Michiels S, De Hertogh W. Prognostic Indicators for Positive Treatment Outcome After Multidisciplinary Orofacial Treatment in Patients With Somatosensory Tinnitus. Front Neurosci 2020; 14:561038. [PMID: 33041758 PMCID: PMC7525007 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2020.561038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2020] [Accepted: 08/18/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Introduction Subjective tinnitus that is influenced by the somatosensory system is called somatosensory tinnitus (ST). When ST is related to the temporomandibular area, multidisciplinary orofacial treatment can reduce tinnitus severity. It is, however, unknown if we can predict this positive outcome. The aim of this study is to look for prognostic indicators that can predict a positive outcome after multidisciplinary orofacial treatment in patients with ST. Methods Patients were included when they were diagnosed with temporomandibular-related ST and received a maximum of 18 sessions of orofacial treatment during a 9-week program. Predictors for positive treatment outcome were identified using univariate and multiple logistic regression analyses with the Tinnitus Questionnaire (TQ) and the Tinnitus Functional Index (TFI) as dependent variables. Results The results of 101 patients were included in the analysis. Immediately after multidisciplinary orofacial treatment, a clinically relevant decrease in TQ score was significantly associated with “shorter duration of tinnitus” [odds ratio (OR) 0.99], “higher initial score on the TQ somatic subscale” (OR 1.52), and “painful palpation of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)” (OR 2.46). After 9 weeks of follow-up, the “higher initial score on the TQ somatic subscale” remained as the sole predictor (OR 1.44). A clinically relevant decrease on TFI after 9 weeks of follow-up was predicted by “female gender” (OR 2.70), “younger age” (OR 0.96), “shorter duration of the tinnitus” (OR 0.99), “lower pressure pain thresholds (PPT) on TMJ” (OR 0.99), “lower PPT on sternocleidomastoid origin” (OR 0.99), and “better speech in noise perception” (OR 0.88). A multivariate model comprising “shorter duration of tinnitus” and “higher initial score on the somatic subscale of the TQ” correctly predicts the clinically relevant decrease in TQ score after treatment in 68.5%. A second multivariate model comprising “female gender,” “younger age,” and “shorter duration of the tinnitus” correctly predicts a clinically significant decrease on TFI after follow-up in 68.1%. Conclusion We were able to identify various prognostic indicators. “Younger female patients” with a “shorter duration of tinnitus” and a “higher initial score on the TQ somatic subscale” appear to have the best prognosis after multimodal orofacial therapy.
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- Annemarie van der Wal
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Multidisciplinary Motor Centre Antwerp, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Human and Social Welfare, University College Ghent, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Lab Dental Materials, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Special Care Dentistry, University Hospital Antwerp, Edegem, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, Research Institute MOVE Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam, VU University Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.,Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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van der Wal A, Michiels S, Van de Heyning P, Braem M, Visscher CM, Topsakal V, Gilles A, Jacquemin L, Van Rompaey V, De Hertogh W. Treatment of Somatosensory Tinnitus: A Randomized Controlled Trial Studying the Effect of Orofacial Treatment as Part of a Multidisciplinary Program. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9030705. [PMID: 32150992 PMCID: PMC7141361 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9030705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Revised: 02/20/2020] [Accepted: 02/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background: Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, is a perception of sound in the absence of overt acoustic stimulation. In some cases, tinnitus can be influenced by temporomandibular somatosensory input, then called temporomandibular somatosensory tinnitus (TST). It is, however, not entirely known if orofacial treatment can decrease tinnitus severity. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of orofacial treatment on tinnitus complaints in patients with TST. Methods: Adult patients with TST were included, and all patients received information and advice about tinnitus and conservative orofacial treatment consisting of physical therapy, and, in case of grinding, occlusal splints were applied. Included patients were randomly assigned to an early start group and a delayed start group according to our delayed treatment design. Results: In total, 40 patients were included in each group. The treatment effect on tinnitus severity was investigated using the tinnitus questionnaire (TQ) and Tinnitus Functional Index (TFI). Regarding the TQ score, no clinically relevant reductions were observed, and no significant differences in the decrease were observed between the early start group and delayed start group. Contrarily, a significantly higher percentage of patients showed a decrease in the TQ degree in the early start group compared to the delayed start group (30.0% versus 2.8%, p = 0.006). The TFI score did show a significantly greater and clinically relevant reduction in the early start group compared to the delayed start group (p = 0.042). Conclusion: A multidisciplinary non-invasive orofacial treatment was able to reduce tinnitus severity in patients with temporomandibular related somatosensory tinnitus.
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- Annemarie van der Wal
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium; (S.M.); (W.D.H.)
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2650 Edegem, Belgium; (P.V.d.H.); (V.T.); (A.G.); (L.J.); (V.V.R.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +32-3-265-89-44
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium; (S.M.); (W.D.H.)
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2650 Edegem, Belgium; (P.V.d.H.); (V.T.); (A.G.); (L.J.); (V.V.R.)
- Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2650 Edegem, Belgium; (P.V.d.H.); (V.T.); (A.G.); (L.J.); (V.V.R.)
- Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium
- Multidisciplinary Motor Centre Antwerp, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium
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- Lab Dental Materials, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium;
- Special Care Dentistry, University Hospital Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam and VU University Amsterdam, Research Institute MOVE Amsterdam, 1012WX Amsterdam, The Netherlands;
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2650 Edegem, Belgium; (P.V.d.H.); (V.T.); (A.G.); (L.J.); (V.V.R.)
- Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2650 Edegem, Belgium; (P.V.d.H.); (V.T.); (A.G.); (L.J.); (V.V.R.)
- Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2650 Edegem, Belgium; (P.V.d.H.); (V.T.); (A.G.); (L.J.); (V.V.R.)
- Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2650 Edegem, Belgium; (P.V.d.H.); (V.T.); (A.G.); (L.J.); (V.V.R.)
- Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, 2610 Edegem, Belgium; (S.M.); (W.D.H.)
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Erlandsson SIM, Lundin L, Dauman N. The Experience of Tinnitus and Its Interaction With Unique Life Histories-Life Events, Trauma and Inner Resources Narrated by Patients With Tinnitus. Front Psychiatry 2020; 11:136. [PMID: 32256394 PMCID: PMC7093576 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2020.00136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2019] [Accepted: 02/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Background: The challenges facing people with chronic tinnitus include finding relief and rebuilding quality of life. However, previous traumatic episodes may influence adjustment and prolong suffering. Recovery implies reducing aggravating reactions and improving social roles, relationships and interests. Self-narratives about living with tinnitus have not yet received the attention they deserve in the research literature. Thus, the main goal of the present study was to illustrate how tinnitus suffering interacts with the participants' unique life histories. Method: Four women and one man (ages 52-58) took part in the study after consulting a special hearing clinic for annoying tinnitus. Criteria for inclusion were that tinnitus was regarded as a problem with negative consequences for quality of life. The participants should be willing to share how the experience of tinnitus suffering interacts with their previous life story. Narrative methodology was employed in order to achieve the goals of the study. We used unstructured interviews with free conversation, which allowed for rich narratives with full contextual meaning. Results: The findings, based on the narrative analysis, revealed that three out of five participants presented a regressive form of narrative indicating ongoing struggles beyond tinnitus itself, which they were unable to bring to closure. For them, valued goals were continuously thwarted by frustrating circumstances in their lives, either past events or current unresolved issues. Progressive and stable narratives, as identified in the other two participants, demonstrated values that rely on others' attitude and understanding toward their suffering, in sharp contrast to the regressive narratives. We suggest that a central issue in tinnitus rehabilitation should be to help suffering patients to overcome unresolved conflicts and thereby extend their ability for a fuller commitment in life. Conclusion: Considering enduring tinnitus as a chronic condition, whose course is likely to vary depending on the patient's general health status, an alteration of progressive and stable narratives is likely to occur during the lifespan. A progressive narrative shows similarities to the core construct of the salutogenesis model of health promotion (1). In conclusion, a narrative approach in tinnitus rehabilitation can be health promoting by offering the patient the opportunity to engage in storytelling, which in turn can increase comprehensibility and a sense of coherence.
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Science, University West, Trollhättan, Sweden
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- Department of Psychology, CAPS-EA4050, University of Poitiers, Poitiers, France
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Michiels S, Ganz Sanchez T, Oron Y, Gilles A, Haider HF, Erlandsson S, Bechter K, Vielsmeier V, Biesinger E, Nam EC, Oiticica J, de Medeiros ÍRT, Bezerra Rocha C, Langguth B, Van de Heyning P, De Hertogh W, Hall DA. Diagnostic Criteria for Somatosensory Tinnitus: A Delphi Process and Face-to-Face Meeting to Establish Consensus. Trends Hear 2019; 22:2331216518796403. [PMID: 30213235 PMCID: PMC6144502 DOI: 10.1177/2331216518796403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Since somatic or somatosensory tinnitus (ST) was first described as a subtype of subjective tinnitus, where altered somatosensory afference from the cervical spine or temporomandibular area causes or changes a patient’s tinnitus perception, several studies in humans and animals have provided a neurophysiological explanation for this type of tinnitus. Due to a lack of unambiguous clinical tests, many authors and clinicians use their own criteria for diagnosing ST. This resulted in large differences in prevalence figures in different studies and limits the comparison of clinical trials on ST treatment. This study aimed to reach an international consensus on diagnostic criteria for ST among experts, scientists and clinicians using a Delphi survey and face-to-face consensus meeting strategy. Following recommended procedures to gain expert consensus, a two-round Delphi survey was delivered online, followed by an in-person consensus meeting. Experts agreed upon a set of criteria that strongly suggest ST. These criteria comprise items on somatosensory modulation, specific tinnitus characteristics, and symptoms that can accompany the tinnitus. None of these criteria have to be present in every single patient with ST, but in case they are present, they strongly suggest the presence of ST. Because of the international nature of the survey, we expect these criteria to gain wide acceptance in the research field and to serve as a guideline for clinicians across all disciplines. Criteria developed in this consensus paper should now allow further investigation of the extent of somatosensory influence in individual tinnitus patients and tinnitus populations.
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- Sarah Michiels
- 1 Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Wilrijk, Belgium.,2 Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,3 Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Wilrijk, Belgium
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- 4 Instituto Ganz Sanchez, São Paulo, Brazil.,5 ENT Department, School of Medicine, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- 6 Department of Otolaryngology, Head, Neck and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sackler School of Medicine, Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv University, Israel
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- 2 Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,3 Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Wilrijk, Belgium.,7 Department of Human and Social Welfare, University College Ghent, Belgium
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- 8 ENT Department, Hospital Cuf Infante Santo, NOVA Medical School, Lisbon, Portugal
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- 9 Center for Child and Youth Studies, University West, Trollhättan, Sweden
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- 10 Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy II, Bezirkskrankenhaus Günzburg, University of Ulm, Germany
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- 12 ENT-Clinic and Otolaryngology Department, Klinikum Traunstein, Germany
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- 13 Department of Otolaryngolgy, School of Medicine, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea
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- 5 ENT Department, School of Medicine, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- 14 Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Regensburg, Germany
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- 2 Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium.,3 Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Wilrijk, Belgium.,15 Multidisciplinary Motor Centre Antwerp, University of Antwerp, Wilrijk, Belgium
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- 1 Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Wilrijk, Belgium
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- 16 NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Nottingham, UK.,17 Hearing Sciences, Division of Clinical Neuroscience, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, UK.,18 Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK.,19 University of Nottingham Malaysia, Semeniyh, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
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Subtyping patients with somatic tinnitus: Modulation of tinnitus and history for somatic dysfunction help identify tinnitus patients with temporomandibular joint disorders. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0202050. [PMID: 30102717 PMCID: PMC6089421 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0202050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2018] [Accepted: 07/26/2018] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Determine in a cohort of patients with normal hearing and chronic tinnitus if self-reported history for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction and a positive modulation of tinnitus in the TMJ region could be suggestive of an underlying TMJ disorder. PATIENTS AND METHODS The study included 226 patients presenting to the Head and Neck Service of our University Hospital. Following audiological and somatic tinnitus evaluation, patients were divided into two groups. The study group (n = 134) included subjects that met both the following criteria: A) a self-reported history for TMJ dysfunction and B) a positive modulation of tinnitus following somatic maneuvers in the TMJ region. The control group (n = 92) included patients with similar demographic and tinnitus characteristics that did not meet the proposed criteria for somatic tinnitus. Afterwards, patients underwent clinical TMJ evaluation in the Service of Clinical Gnathology of our University. RESULTS One hundred thirty-one patients (57.9%) received a clinical diagnosis of TMJ disorder according to DC/TMD Axis I; 79.1% in the study group and 27.2% in the control group. Ninety-five (42.1%) patients were negative for TMJ disorders; 20.9% in the study group and 72.8% in the control group. A significantly higher number of TMJ disorders was found in patients in the study group compared to the control group (p<0.0001). Most patients had joint disorders (67.2%), followed by other (29.8%) and pain disorders (29%). Logistic regression analysis in the study group showed that female gender was more prevalent in patients with TMJ disorders. CONCLUSION Our findings in patients with chronic tinnitus and normal hearing suggest that self-reported history for somatic dysfunction and modulation of tinnitus, when occurring simultaneously in the TMJ region, can be useful to preliminarily identify patients with TMJ disorders.
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Onishi ET, Coelho CCDB, Oiticica J, Figueiredo RR, Guimarães RDCC, Sanchez TG, Gürtler AL, Venosa AR, Sampaio ALL, Azevedo AA, Pires APBDÁ, Barros BBDC, Oliveira CACPD, Saba C, Yonamine FK, Medeiros ÍRTD, Rosito LPS, Rates MJA, Kii MA, Fávero ML, Santos MADO, Person OC, Ciminelli P, Marcondes RDA, Moreira RKDP, Torres SDMS. Tinnitus and sound intolerance: evidence and experience of a Brazilian group. Braz J Otorhinolaryngol 2018; 84:135-149. [PMID: 29339026 PMCID: PMC9449167 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjorl.2017.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2017] [Accepted: 12/07/2017] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Introduction Tinnitus and sound intolerance are frequent and subjective complaints that may have an impact on a patient's quality of life. Objective To present a review of the salient points including concepts, pathophysiology, diagnosis and approach of the patient with tinnitus and sensitivity to sounds. Methods Literature review with bibliographic survey in LILACS, SciELO, Pubmed and MEDLINE database. Articles and book chapters on tinnitus and sound sensitivity were selected. The several topics were discussed by a group of Brazilian professionals and the conclusions were described. Results The prevalence of tinnitus has increased over the years, often associated with hearing loss, metabolic factors and inadequate diet. Medical evaluation should be performed carefully to guide the request of subsidiary exams. Currently available treatments range from medications to the use of sounds with specific characteristics and meditation techniques, with variable results. Conclusion A review on tinnitus and auditory sensitivity was presented, allowing the reader a broad view of the approach to these patients, based on scientific evidence and national experience.
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Unell L, Ström D, Ekman K, Johansson A, Arnrup K, Carlsson GE. A 3-year study of patients with tinnitus and jaw muscle tenderness. Cranio 2018; 37:304-309. [DOI: 10.1080/08869634.2018.1430097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Lennart Unell
- Dental Research Department, Public Dental Health Service, Örebro, Sweden
- School of Health and Medical Sciences, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- Department of Stomatognathic Physiology, The Postgraduate Dental Education Center, Örebro, Sweden
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- Department of Stomatognathic Physiology, The Postgraduate Dental Education Center, Örebro, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry–Prosthodontics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Dental Research Department, Public Dental Health Service, Örebro, Sweden
- School of Health and Medical Sciences, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- Institute of Odontology, The Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Kim YH, Park YG, Han KD, Vu D, Cho KH, Lee SY. Prevalence of tinnitus according to temporomandibular joint disorders and dental pain: The Korean National Population-based Study. J Oral Rehabil 2018; 45:198-203. [DOI: 10.1111/joor.12604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/29/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Y. H. Kim
- Department of Family Medicine; Korea University College of Medicine; Seoul Korea
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- Department of Biostatistics; College of Medicine; The Catholic University of Korea; Seoul Korea
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- Department of Biostatistics; College of Medicine; The Catholic University of Korea; Seoul Korea
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- Private Dental Practice; Alberta Canada
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- Department of Family Medicine; Korea University College of Medicine; Seoul Korea
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- Department of Prosthodontics; Seoul St. Mary's Dental Hospital; College of Medicine; The Catholic University of Korea; Seoul Korea
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Demirkol N, Demirkol M, Usumez A, Sari F, Akcaboy C. The potential etiologic factors influencing tinnitus intensity in patients with temporomandibular disorders. Cranio 2017; 36:360-365. [PMID: 28854062 DOI: 10.1080/08869634.2017.1363344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the potential relationships between the intensity of tinnitus associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and potential etiologic factors, including age, gender, freeway space, sleep bruxism (SB), joint clicking, and headache. METHODS The sample was comprised of 90 patients without any hearing loss, as confirmed by otorhinolaryngology, who self-reported subjective tinnitus and simultaneous TMD, based on the Research Diagnostic Criteria for TMD (RDC/TMD). RESULTS The results showed a positive, weak correlation between the intensity of tinnitus and age (r = 0.225, p = 0.033). The presence of SB and headache were seen in higher proportions in the present sample, at 75.5% (n = 68) and 66.6% (n = 60), respectively. CONCLUSIONS In a population of patients with subjective tinnitus and TMD, no significant associations were found between tinnitus intensity and age, freeway space, SB, clicking presence, and headache, though gender did show a weak correlation with tinnitus intensity.
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- Nermin Demirkol
- a Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry , Gaziantep University , Gaziantep , Turkey
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- b Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry , Gaziantep University , Gaziantep , Turkey
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- a Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry , Gaziantep University , Gaziantep , Turkey
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- d Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry , Gazi University , Ankara , Turkey
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Ralli M, Greco A, Turchetta R, Altissimi G, de Vincentiis M, Cianfrone G. Somatosensory tinnitus: Current evidence and future perspectives. J Int Med Res 2017; 45:933-947. [PMID: 28553764 PMCID: PMC5536427 DOI: 10.1177/0300060517707673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2017] [Accepted: 04/10/2017] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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In some individuals, tinnitus can be modulated by specific maneuvers of the temporomandibular joint, head and neck, eyes, and limbs. Neuroplasticity seems to play a central role in this capacity for modulation, suggesting that abnormal interactions between the sensory modalities, sensorimotor systems, and neurocognitive and neuroemotional networks may contribute to the development of somatosensory tinnitus. Current evidence supports a link between somatic disorders and higher modulation of tinnitus, especially in patients with a normal hearing threshold. Patients with tinnitus who have somatic disorders seems to have a higher chance of modulating their tinnitus with somatic maneuvers; consistent improvements in tinnitus symptoms have been observed in patients with temporomandibular joint disease following targeted therapy for temporomandibular disorders. Somatosensory tinnitus is often overlooked by otolaryngologists and not fully investigated during the diagnostic process. Somatic disorders, when identified and treated, can be a valid therapeutic target for tinnitus; however, somatic screening of subjects for somatosensory tinnitus is imperative for correct selection of patients who would benefit from a multidisciplinary somatic approach.
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- Massimo Ralli
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Sense Organs, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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Haider HF, Hoare DJ, Costa RFP, Potgieter I, Kikidis D, Lapira A, Nikitas C, Caria H, Cunha NT, Paço JC. Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Treatment of Somatosensory Tinnitus: A Scoping Review. Front Neurosci 2017; 11:207. [PMID: 28503129 PMCID: PMC5408030 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2017.00207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2016] [Accepted: 03/27/2017] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Somatosensory tinnitus is a generally agreed subtype of tinnitus that is associated with activation of the somatosensory, somatomotor, and visual-motor systems. A key characteristic of somatosensory tinnitus is that is modulated by physical contact or movement. Although it seems common, its pathophysiology, assessment and treatment are not well defined. We present a scoping review on the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of somatosensory tinnitus, and identify priority directions for further research. Methods: Literature searches were conducted in Google Scholar, PubMed, and EMBASE databases. Additional broad hand searches were conducted with the additional terms etiology, diagnose, treatment. Results: Most evidence on the pathophysiology of somatosensory tinnitus suggests that somatic modulations are the result of altered or cross-modal synaptic activity within the dorsal cochlear nucleus or between the auditory nervous system and other sensory subsystems of central nervous system (e.g., visual or tactile). Presentations of somatosensory tinnitus are varied and evidence for the various approaches to treatment promising but limited. Discussion and Conclusions: Despite the apparent prevalence of somatosensory tinnitus its underlying neural processes are still not well understood. Necessary involvement of multidisciplinary teams in its diagnosis and treatment has led to a large heterogeneity of approaches whereby tinnitus improvement is often only a secondary effect. Hence there are no evidence-based clinical guidelines, and patient care is empirical rather than research-evidence-based. Somatic testing should receive further attention considering the breath of evidence on the ability of patients to modulate their tinnitus through manouvers. Specific questions for further research and review are indicated.
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- Haúla F. Haider
- ENT Department, Hospital Cuf Infante Santo—Nova Medical SchoolLisbon, Portugal
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- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Division of Clinical Neuroscience, School of Medicine, University of NottinghamNottingham, UK
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- Centro em Rede de Investigação em Antropologia (CRIA), Network Centre for Research in Anthropology, Universidade Nova de LisboaLisbon, Portugal
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- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Division of Clinical Neuroscience, School of Medicine, University of NottinghamNottingham, UK
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- First Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Hippocrateion General HospitalAthens, Greece
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- Institute of Health Care, Mater Dei HospitalMsida, Malta
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- First Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Hippocrateion General HospitalAthens, Greece
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- Deafness Research Group, BTR Unit, BioISI, Faculty of Sciences, University of LisbonLisbon, Portugal
- ESS/IPS–Biomedical Sciences Department, School of Health, Polytechnic Institute of SetubalLisbon, Portugal
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- ENT Department, Hospital Pedro Hispano—MatosinhosLisbon, Portugal
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- ENT Department, Hospital Cuf Infante Santo—Nova Medical SchoolLisbon, Portugal
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Michiels S, Naessens S, Van de Heyning P, Braem M, Visscher CM, Gilles A, De Hertogh W. The Effect of Physical Therapy Treatment in Patients with Subjective Tinnitus: A Systematic Review. Front Neurosci 2016; 10:545. [PMID: 27965530 PMCID: PMC5126072 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2016.00545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2016] [Accepted: 11/11/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Tinnitus is a very common symptom that often causes distress and decreases the patient's quality of life. Apart from the well-known causes, tinnitus can in some cases be elicited by dysfunctions of the cervical spine or the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). To date however, it is unclear whether alleviation of these dysfunctions, by physical therapy treatment, also decreases the tinnitus complaints. Such physical therapy could be an interesting treatment option for patients that are now often left without treatment. Objectives: The aim of this review was to investigate the current evidence regarding physical therapy treatment in patients with tinnitus. Data sources: The online databases Pubmed, Web of Science, Cochrane, and Embase were searched up to March 2016. Two independent reviewers conducted the data extraction and methodological quality assessment. Study eligibility criteria: Only randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental trials were included in the review. Studies had to be written in English, French, Dutch, or German. Participants and interventions: The included studies investigated the effect of physical therapy treatment modalities on tinnitus severity in patients suffering from subjective tinnitus. Results: Six studies were included in this review, four investigating cervical spine treatment and two investigating TMJ treatment. These studies show positive effects of cervical spine treatment (manipulations, exercises, triggerpoint treatment) on tinnitus severity. Additionally, decrease in tinnitus severity and intensity was demonstrated after TMJ treatment, following splints, occlusal adjustments as well as jaw exercises. Limitations: The risk of bias in the included studies was high, mainly due to lack of randomization, lack of blinding of subjects, therapists, and/or investigators. Additionally, risk of bias is present due to incomplete presentation of the data and selective reporting. A major issue of the reviewed papers is the heterogeneity of the included study populations, treatments and outcome measures, which inhibit data pooling and meta-analysis. Conclusions: Despite the methodological issues in the included studies and the consequent low quality evidence, it is noteworthy that all included studies show positive treatment effects. Before recommendations can be made, these results need to be confirmed in larger, high quality studies, using unambiguous inclusion criteria, state-of-the-art treatment, and high quality outcome measures.
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- Sarah Michiels
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of AntwerpAntwerp, Belgium; Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University HospitalEdegem, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University HospitalEdegem, Belgium; Multidisciplinary Motor Centre Antwerp, University of AntwerpAntwerp, Belgium; Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of AntwerpAntwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of AntwerpAntwerp, Belgium; Department of Special Care Dentistry, Antwerp University HospitalEdegem, Belgium
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences, Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam and VU University Amsterdam, Research Institute MOVE Amsterdam Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Antwerp University HospitalEdegem, Belgium; Department of Translational Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of AntwerpAntwerp, Belgium; Department of Social Welfare, University College GhentGhent, Belgium
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp Antwerp, Belgium
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Lina-Granade G, Truy E, Ionescu E, Garnier P, Thai Van H. [Tinnitus and temporomandibular joint: State of the art]. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 117:458-462. [PMID: 27836443 DOI: 10.1016/j.revsto.2016.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2016] [Accepted: 10/17/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Tinnitus has been described in temporomandibular joint dysfunction for a long time. Yet, other disorders, such as hearing loss, stress, anxiety and depression, play a major role in the pathophysiology of tinnitus. Temporomandibular joint dysfunctions seem to increase the risk of tinnitus in patients with other predisposing factors. Especially somatosensory tinnitus, which is characterized by sound modulations with neck or mandible movements, is frequently associated with temporomandibular joint dysfunction, but it is not pathognomonic of such a disorder. In such cases, functional therapy of the temporomandibular joint should be part of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation of patients with tinnitus.
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- G Lina-Granade
- Service d'ORL, de chirurgie cervico-faciale et d'audiophonologie, hôpital Édouard-Herriot, 5, place d'Arsonval, 69437 Lyon cedex 03, France.
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- Université de Lyon, université Claude-Bernard Lyon I, secteur santé, 8, avenue Rockefeller, 69008 Lyon, France; Centre de recherche en neurosciences de Lyon (CRNL), équipe dynamique cérébrale et cognition, Inserm U1028, CNRS UMR5292, centre hospitalier Le Vinatier, bâtiment 452, 95, boulevard Pinel, 69675 Bron, France
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- Service d'audiologie et explorations otoneurologiques, hôpital Édouard-Herriot, 5, place d'Arsonval, 69437 Lyon cedex 03, France
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- Service d'audiologie et explorations otoneurologiques, hôpital Édouard-Herriot, 5, place d'Arsonval, 69437 Lyon cedex 03, France
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- Université de Lyon, université Claude-Bernard Lyon I, secteur santé, 8, avenue Rockefeller, 69008 Lyon, France; Centre de recherche en neurosciences de Lyon (CRNL), équipe dynamique cérébrale et cognition, Inserm U1028, CNRS UMR5292, centre hospitalier Le Vinatier, bâtiment 452, 95, boulevard Pinel, 69675 Bron, France
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Stechman-Neto J, Porporatti AL, Porto de Toledo I, Costa YM, Conti PCR, De Luca Canto G, Mezzomo LA. Effect of temporomandibular disorder therapy on otologic signs and symptoms: a systematic review. J Oral Rehabil 2016; 43:468-79. [DOI: 10.1111/joor.12380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/14/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- J. Stechman-Neto
- Post-graduate program in Communication Disorders; Curitiba Brazil
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- Department of Prosthodontics; Bauru School of Dentistry; University of São Paulo; Bauru Brazil
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- Department of Speech-language Therapy and Pathology; Federal University of Santa Catarina; Florianópolis Brazil
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- Department of Prosthodontics; Bauru School of Dentistry; University of São Paulo; Bauru Brazil
- Section of Clinical Oral Physiology; Department of Dentistry; Aarhus University; Aarhus Denmark
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- Department of Prosthodontics; Bauru School of Dentistry; University of São Paulo; Bauru Brazil
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- Brazilian Centre for Evidence-based Research; Department of Dentistry; Federal University of Santa Catarina; Florianópolis Brazil
- School of Dentistry; Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry University of Alberta; Edmonton AB Canada
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- Brazilian Centre for Evidence-based Research; Department of Dentistry; Federal University of Santa Catarina; Florianópolis Brazil
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Tinnitus and its relationship with muscle tenderness in patients with headache and facial pain. J Laryngol Otol 2015; 129:638-43. [PMID: 26091105 DOI: 10.1017/s0022215115001425] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to examine tinnitus prevalence in patients with different types of headache and the relationship between tinnitus and the pericranial muscle tenderness and cervical muscle tenderness scores. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted of 1251 patients with migraine and/or myogenous pain, arthrogenous temporomandibular joint disorders and tension-type headache. Standardised palpation of the pericranial and cervical muscles was carried out and univariable and multivariable analysis was used to measure the odds ratio of suffering tinnitus by the different diagnoses and muscular tenderness grade. RESULTS A univariable analysis showed that myogenous pain, pericranial muscle tenderness and cervical muscle tenderness scores, sex, and age were associated with tinnitus. When a multivariable model including only age, sex and a headache diagnosis was used, myogenous pain, migraine and age were found to be associated with tinnitus. When muscle tenderness scores were also included, only the cervical muscle tenderness and pericranial muscle tenderness scores were found to be significantly associated with tinnitus. CONCLUSION In a population of patients with headache and craniofacial pain, tinnitus was related to increased cervical muscle tenderness and pericranial muscle tenderness scores, rather than to any particular form of headache.
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Attanasio G, Leonardi A, Arangio P, Minni A, Covelli E, Pucci R, Russo FY, De Seta E, Di Paolo C, Cascone P. Tinnitus in patients with temporo-mandibular joint disorder: Proposal for a new treatment protocol. J Craniomaxillofac Surg 2015; 43:724-7. [PMID: 25868942 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcms.2015.02.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2014] [Revised: 11/13/2014] [Accepted: 02/13/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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The present study was designed to verify the correlation between tinnitus and temporomandibular joint dysfunction.86 consecutive patients were enrolled in the study, all affected by subjective tinnitus without hearing impairment, from both genders, age between 18 and 60 years old. The final number of patients included in the study was 55. All patients received a temporo-mandibular joint examination. All the patients were asked to rate the severity of their symptoms before and after treatment using a VAS scale and the Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (THI) and they followed a standardized protocol for the investigation of tinnitus. All the subjects were monitored by the same researcher and they underwent the same splint treatment. The comparison between pre- and posttreatment phase scores showed in patients with predisposition of TMD and with TMD a statistically significant decrease of THI and VAS values. The characteristics of tinnitus and the degree of response to treatment confirmed the relationship between tinnitus and TMD. The authors believe that, when the most common causes of tinnitus, such as otologic disorders and neurological diseases are excluded, it is correct to evaluate the functionality of the temporo-mandibular joint and eventually treat its pathology to obtain tinnitus improvement or even resolution.
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- Giuseppe Attanasio
- Dipartimento Organi di Senso, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Odontostomatologiche e Maxillo-Facciali, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Via Caserta 6, 00161 Roma, Italy.
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Odontostomatologiche e Maxillo-Facciali, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Via Caserta 6, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento Organi di Senso, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento Organi di Senso, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Odontostomatologiche e Maxillo-Facciali, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Via Caserta 6, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento Organi di Senso, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento Organi di Senso, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Odontostomatologiche e Maxillo-Facciali, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Via Caserta 6, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Odontostomatologiche e Maxillo-Facciali, "Sapienza" Università di Roma, Via Caserta 6, 00161 Roma, Italy
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Ferendiuk E, Zajdel K, Pihut M. Incidence of otolaryngological symptoms in patients with temporomandibular joint dysfunctions. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2014; 2014:824684. [PMID: 25050373 PMCID: PMC4094732 DOI: 10.1155/2014/824684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2014] [Accepted: 05/26/2014] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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UNLABELLED The functional disorders of the masticatory organ are the third stomatological disease to be considered a populational disease due to its chronicity and widespread prevalence. Otolaryngological symptoms are a less common group of dysfunction symptoms, including sudden hearing impairment or loss, ear plugging sensation and earache, sore and burning throat, difficulties in swallowing, tinnitus, and vertigo. The diagnostic and therapeutic problems encountered in patients with the functional disorders of the masticatory organ triggered our interest in conducting retrospective studies with the objective of assessing the incidence of otolaryngological symptoms in patients subjected to prosthetic treatment of the functional disorders of masticatory organ on the basis of the analysis of medical documentation containing data collected in medical interviews. MATERIAL AND METHODS Retrospective study was conducted by analyzing the results of medical interviews of 1208 patients, who had reported for prosthetic treatment at the Functional Disorders Clinic of the Department of Dental Prosthetics of Jagiellonian University Medical College in Cracow between 2008 and March 14, 2014. RESULTS Otolaryngological symptoms were observed in 141 patients. The most common symptoms in the study group were earache and sudden hearing impairment; no cases of sudden hearing loss were experienced.
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- E. Ferendiuk
- Department of Dental Prosthetics, Consulting Room of Functional Disorders of Masticatory Organ, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 4 Montelupich Street, 31-155 Cracow, Poland
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 2 Śniadeckich Street, 31-531 Cracow, Poland
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- Department of Dental Prosthetics, Consulting Room of Functional Disorders of Masticatory Organ, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 4 Montelupich Street, 31-155 Cracow, Poland
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Arab AM, Nourbakhsh MR. The effect of cranial osteopathic manual therapy on somatic tinnitus in individuals without otic pathology: Two case reports with one year follow up. INT J OSTEOPATH MED 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2013.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Israel HA, Davila LJ. The Essential Role of the Otolaryngologist in the Diagnosis and Management of Temporomandibular Joint and Chronic Oral, Head, and Facial Pain Disorders. Otolaryngol Clin North Am 2014; 47:301-31. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otc.2013.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Saldanha ADD, Hilgenberg PB, Pinto LMS, Conti PCR. Are Temporomandibular Disorders and Tinnitus Associated? Cranio 2014; 30:166-71. [DOI: 10.1179/crn.2012.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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Buergers R, Kleinjung T, Behr M, Vielsmeier V. Is there a link between tinnitus and temporomandibular disorders? J Prosthet Dent 2014; 111:222-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2013.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Low-Level Laser on Hearing: Is There an Effect? ISRN OTOLARYNGOLOGY 2013; 2013:839256. [PMID: 24319598 PMCID: PMC3844230 DOI: 10.1155/2013/839256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2013] [Accepted: 10/01/2013] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Türp JC, Schindler HJ, Antes G. [Temporomandibular disorders: Evaluation of the usefulness of a self-test questionnaire]. ZEITSCHRIFT FUR EVIDENZ FORTBILDUNG UND QUALITAET IM GESUNDHEITSWESEN 2013; 107:285-90. [PMID: 23916266 DOI: 10.1016/j.zefq.2013.05.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2012] [Revised: 05/08/2013] [Accepted: 05/13/2013] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND A self-test questionnaire has been provided in the internet and in some dental offices for some time now. By using this questionnaire, interested individuals may assess whether they have a temporomandibular disorder (TMD) which might require therapy. It is the aim of this article to examine whether the 11 questions are apt to reliably identify patients with suspected TMDs within a given population. METHODS Each question has been examined for its relevance by resorting to the current literature. Accordingly, the inclusion of each question into the self-test questionnaire has been rated as suitable or unsuitable. RESULTS Only 2½ of the 11 questions are useful to detect individuals with as-yet undiagnosed TMDs. CONCLUSIONS Due to its missing content validity, the questionnaire cannot be recommended.
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- Jens C Türp
- Klinik für Rekonstruktive Zahnmedizin und Myoarthropathien, Universitätskliniken für Zahnmedizin, Basel, Schweiz.
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Ferreira TS, Mangilli LD, Sassi FC, Fortunato-Tavares T, Limongi SCO, Andrade CRFD. Speech and myofunctional exercise physiology: a critical review of the literature. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2012; 23:288-96. [PMID: 22012166 DOI: 10.1590/s2179-64912011000300017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2011] [Accepted: 06/01/2011] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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PURPOSE To analyze the scientific literature about the physiology and effects of exercises used in the treatment of oral myofunctional disorders. RESEARCH STRATEGY The methodology used followed the concepts of the Cochrane Handbook and involved question formulation related to the topic of investigation, identification and selection of the studies, and a critical evaluation of the selected articles. SELECTION CRITERIA Papers were selected on PubMed database using the following keyword combinations: "physiology exercise AND speech, language and hearing science", "exercise physiology AND speech therapy", "exercise physiology AND myofunctional therapy", and "physiology exercise AND swallowing therapy". Only papers written in English and published between the years of 2000 and 2010 were included in the analysis. DATA ANALYSIS Manuscripts were analyzed according to their objectives, research design, participants, inclusion of a control group, assessment criteria, therapeutic proposal, results and existence about physiology of the chosen exercises. RESULTS One hundred and eight studies were identified, out of which 38 had access to the full text and were directly related to the investigated topic. The articles were classified as clinical trials and experimental research, case studies, literature reviews and theoretical articles, letters to the editor and critical analyses. CONCLUSION This review concluded that there is a lack of knowledge about the effects of the myofunctional exercises used by clinicians. Also there is a lack of scientific evidence to determine the frequency at which they should be performed. Generally, the articles investigate the efficacy of treatment programs without inquiring whether the included exercises are individually effective.
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HILGENBERG PB, SALDANHA ADD, CUNHA CO, RUBO JH, CONTI PCR. Temporomandibular disorders, otologic symptoms and depression levels in tinnitus patients. J Oral Rehabil 2011; 39:239-44. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2842.2011.02266.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Bernhardt O, Mundt T, Welk A, Köppl N, Kocher T, Meyer G, Schwahn C. Signs and symptoms of temporomandibular disorders and the incidence of tinnitus. J Oral Rehabil 2011; 38:891-901. [PMID: 21517934 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2842.2011.02224.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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In a cross-sectional analysis of data from the Study of Health in Pomerania (SHIP 0), temporomandibular disorders (TMD) were the strongest predictors for tinnitus beside headache. The aim of this study was to investigate whether signs and symptoms of TMD can be identified as risk factors for developing tinnitus. The SHIP 1 is a population-based 5-year longitudinal study intended to systematically describe the prevalence of and risk factors for diseases common in the population of Pomerania in northern Germany. A total of 3300 subjects (76% response) were reevaluated after 5 years for tinnitus and signs and symptoms of TMD using the same questionnaires and examination tools as baseline. To estimate the relative risk (RR) appropriately, a modified Poisson regression was used. After exclusion of prevalent cases with diagnosed tinnitus, 3134 subjects were analysed. Among the 191 exposed subjects with palpation pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), 24 subjects (12·6%) received diagnosed tinnitus after 5 years, whereas among the 2643 unexposed subjects 142 subjects (5·8%) received tinnitus yielding a risk difference of 7·7% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 3·0%-12·5%) and a risk ratio of 2·60 (95% CI: 1·7-3·9). The risk ratio was 2·4 (95% CI: 1·6-3·7) after adjustment for gender, age, school education and frequent headache. Pain on palpation of the TMJ, however, did not worsen the prognosis for tinnitus in prevalent tinnitus cases (RR = 0·8, P = 0·288). Signs of TMD are a risk factor for the development of tinnitus.
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- O Bernhardt
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology and Endodontology, Center of Oral Health, University of Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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Ramirez L, Ballesteros L, Sandoval G. Topical review: Temporomandibular disorders in an integral otic symptom model. Int J Audiol 2009; 47:215-27. [DOI: 10.1080/14992020701843137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Ramirez L, Ballesteros L, Sandoval G. Topical review: Temporomandibular disorders in an integral otic symptom model. Int J Audiol 2009. [DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/14992020701843137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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