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opening force or resistance to closing. [Fig. 6]
The TheraBite system utilizes repetitive passive motion and
stretching. The jaw mobilizer guides the mandible (lower jaw) along
an anatomically correct, curved pathway during opening and closing
movements. [Fig. 6]
The TheraBite system can help achieve:
1. Proper jaw opening:
• by stretching connective tissues
• by mobilizing joints
• by strengthening muscles across their full range of motion
2. Reduction in pain and inflammation
• Passive mobilization of the joint
Research has indicated that mobilization is beneficial in the
management of joint disorders. Motion is necessary to prevent the
degeneration of cartilage, the layer of tissue that lines most of the
joint surfaces. In many cases, movement may stimulate joint healing
and reduce pain and swelling.
By stretching and relaxing muscles, gradual mobilization exercises
can help individuals with muscle pain to improve their range of
motion. Passive motion can also provide therapeutic advantages,
especially following an operation.
How to use the TheraBite system
How to put on the Bite Pads [Fig. 7-8]
The TheraBite system comes with self-adhesive bite pads to protect
the user's teeth. The clinician may, in the exercise of his or her
independent clinical judgment, stack or trim the bite pads for extra
protection.
• Peel off the backing to expose the sticky surface. [Fig. 7]
• Attach one bite pad to the Upper Mouthpiece and one to the Lower
Mouthpiece. [Fig. 8]
• Apply pressure with your thumb or similar means to ensure
sufficient initial adhesion to the mouthpieces. Pressure and warmth
under a prolonged period will make the bite pads tackier.
• To enhance adhesion of the bite pads to the mouthpieces, apply
the bite pads to the mouthpieces before going to bed and leave
them on overnight.
The adhesive bond created by the pressure-sensitive adhesive on
the bite pads increases with time, such that the longer the bite pads
sit on the mouthpieces prior to using the device, the more strongly
they will tend to adhere.
If the bite pads become worn, replace them with the two extra
bite pads that are included with the TheraBite system.
For individuals with no teeth (edentulous) or a limited number
of teeth, bite pads with thick cushioning for customized trimming
can be ordered separately. Bite pads for pediatric use are provided
with the TheraBite system for children.
Additional bite pads can also be ordered separately.
CAUTION: bite pads or parts of bite pads that become loose
during use might obstruct breathing. Therefore make sure
that the bite pads are securely attached to the mouthpieces
after trimming and bonding.
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