SynthesisJournal of oral rehabilitation2025
Comparative evaluation of cognitive behavioural therapy versus standard treatment in temporomandibular disorders: A systematic review.
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- A patient journey map based on the experience of temporomandibular disorders patients: a qualitative systematic review and meta-synthesis.Frontiers in public health · 2026Pooled it
- Comparative evaluation of cognitive behavioural therapy versus standard treatment in temporomandibular disorders: A systematic review.Journal of oral rehabilitation · 2025Pooled it
- Immuno-Mechanical Signaling Network Integration in Temporomandibular Joint Pathology: A TMID Conceptual Framework.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Review
- Pharmacological Interventions in the Management of Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.Acta stomatologica Croatica · 2026Article
- Health Literacy and Psychological Well-Being of Occupational Drivers in Central India.Journal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences · 2025Article
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage as a Diagnostic Window into Human Exposure to Microplastics and Associated Lung Changes.Journal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences · 2025Article
- Applicability of the theory of pain-sensorimotor interactions to orofacial pain and sensorimotor behavior, and implications for orofacial pain research and management.Journal of oral & facial pain and headache · 2025Review
- Decoding orofacial pain: a translational review of mechanisms and novel therapies.The journal of headache and pain · 2025Review
- Impaired Adaptive Learning in Chronic Pain Contributes to Apathy.medRxiv : the preprint server for health sciences · 2025Article
- Physiotherapy Approaches for Temporomandibular Disorders: A Multimodal Conservative Management Strategy.Cureus · 2025Review
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Abstract
backgroundTemporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint and associated structures. Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) has emerged as a potential intervention for TMDs, but its comparative effectiveness against standard treatments remains unclear. This systematic review aimed to evaluate and compare the efficacy of CBT versus standard treatment interventions in managing TMDs.
methodsA comprehensive search was conducted across multiple databases using MeSH keywords and Boolean operators. Inclusion criteria encompassed clinical trials comparing CBT/CBT in combination with standard treatment interventions or a control group in individuals with TMDs. The primary outcome measured was pain. Secondary outcomes such as disability, depression and jaw function were also looked into. Two reviewers independently assessed for the eligibility of the articles and conducted data extraction. Quality assessments were performed using RoB 2.0 for randomised clinical trials.
resultsThe initial search identified 623 articles, of which a total of eight clinical studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in the systematic review. Seven out of eight studies demonstrated improvements in outcomes related to TMD. Pain was significantly decreased in studies that showed a positive outcome. Jaw function, quality of life and psychological well-being were superior among individuals receiving CBT alone or in combination with conventional modalities, as well as hypnotic therapy coupled with CBT-based interventions. The quality of studies assessed showed all articles to be of good quality as per RoB-2 evaluation.
conclusionThis systematic review highlights the potential benefits of CBT in managing TMDs, suggesting its effectiveness in improving pain outcomes and enhancing overall well-being. The findings indicate that CBT may be a valuable adjunct or alternative to standard treatment interventions for individuals with TMDs. However, further research with larger sample sizes and standardised outcome measures is warranted to establish definitive conclusions regarding the comparative efficacy of CBT versus standard treatments in TMD management.
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