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For slow opening:
• Turn the Fine Adjustment Knob all the way in (counter/anti-
clockwise).
• Gently squeeze the Lever with one hand while turning the Fine
Adjustment Knob outward (clockwise) with the other hand.
• Continue to open until you have reached the limit prescribed.
• Relax, rest, and repeat.
Rehabilitation program to gain strength
Resisted Movement
• Insert the Mouthpieces and squeeze until you reach the opening
recommended by your clinician.
• Without releasing the Lever, bite against the mouthpieces.
• Slowly release the Lever, allowing your mouth to close against
the hand pressure. Your clinician will advise you how hard to
squeeze while closing.
• Rest briefly, then repeat.
Rehabilitation program to develop
coordination
Reeducation
The anatomically correct motion of the jaw mobilizer helps to train
your jaw to move naturally.
• Insert the mouthpieces and bite very gently.
• Open your mouth while squeezing the Lever just hard enough to
keep your teeth lightly touching the bite pads.
• After opening as wide as you comfortably can, release the Lever
slowly and close, still keeping your teeth in contact with the bite
pads.
• Repeat as often as instructed by your clinician so that your jaw
muscles are trained to move correctly.
Troubleshooting
A build-up develops on the mouthpieces of
the Jaw Mobilizer
Possible cause 1: Build-up may be due to dirt that has accumulated
on mouthpieces after long periods of use.
Possible cause 2: Build-up may be due to the presence of calcium
or other minerals in tap water.
What to do:
• Clean the mouthpieces with a non-glycerin alcohol.
• Use an emery board (nail file) to lightly file the surface of the
mouthpieces.
• Rinse off the residue completely.
• Dry the mouthpieces and apply new bite pads.
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