Interference of Different Types of Mastication on Static Balance in Individuals without Temporomandibular Disorder |
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| Authors: | Cid Andre Fidelis de Paula Gomes Fabiano Politti Yasmin El Hage Dowglas Fernando Magalh?es de Sousa Cesar Ferreira Amorin Tabajara de Oliveira Gonzalez Daniela Aparecida Biasotto-Gonzalez |
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| Affiliation: | 1)Rehabilitation Sciences Master''s Program, Nove de Julho University (UNINOVE): Av. Francisco Matarazzo, 612 - Água Branca, São Paulo, SP, CEP: 05001100 Brazil;2)Physiotherapy Master''s Program, Cidade de São Paulo University (UNICID), São Paulo, SP, Brazil |
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| Abstract: | Purpose: This study was to determine whether non-habitual (isotonic) bilateral and unilateral mastication with eyes open and eyes closed exerts an influence on static balance in individuals without temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Method: An observational, cross-sectional study was conducted involving 20 volunteers aged 20 to 40 years without temporomandibular disorder. Static balance was assessed with the individuals in a quiet standing position on a force plate performing different types of mastication under six separate conditions. Results: Significant differences (p < .05) were found in the area of oscillation during bilateral mastication (eyes open) and the right unilateral mastication, significant differences were only found for oscillation area with eyes open and mediolateral center of pressure with eyes closed (p < .05). Conclusions: The findings of the present study reveal that the stomatognathic system (bilateral and unilateral mastication) promote changes in some variables of static balance. |
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| Keywords: | Temporomandibular joint Stabilogram Posture Biomechanics |
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