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What is MPDS defined as?
What is MPDS defined as?
- Inflammation of fibrous tissues around ligaments and tendons
- A psychological condition unrelated to jaw muscles
- A disorder involving masticatory muscles characterized by pain and stiffness (correct)
- A joint disorder causing destructive changes
At what age does MPDS commonly occur?
At what age does MPDS commonly occur?
- 15-35 years (correct)
- 5-15 years
- 35-55 years
- 55-75 years
What is the female to male ratio for MPDS?
What is the female to male ratio for MPDS?
- 2:1
- 1:1
- 4:1
- 3:1 (correct)
What is the most widely accepted treatment strategy for MPDS?
What is the most widely accepted treatment strategy for MPDS?
Which of the following is not a symptom of MPDS?
Which of the following is not a symptom of MPDS?
What was historically believed to be the cause of MPDS?
What was historically believed to be the cause of MPDS?
What is considered one of the most important characteristic features of Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome (MPDS)?
What is considered one of the most important characteristic features of Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome (MPDS)?
Which of the following factors is NOT listed as an etiological factor for MPDS?
Which of the following factors is NOT listed as an etiological factor for MPDS?
According to the psychophysiological theory, which factor is mentioned as a cause for myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome?
According to the psychophysiological theory, which factor is mentioned as a cause for myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome?
What is the most widely accepted treatment strategy for MPDS currently?
What is the most widely accepted treatment strategy for MPDS currently?
Which neurotransmitter is proposed to be excessively released in the pathophysiology of MPDS?
Which neurotransmitter is proposed to be excessively released in the pathophysiology of MPDS?
What leads to an overall increase in masticatory muscle activity in the unifying concept proposed by Lermank regarding MPDS?
What leads to an overall increase in masticatory muscle activity in the unifying concept proposed by Lermank regarding MPDS?
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