Your patient complains of facial pain, especially when under tension and when eating.All of the following are appropriate except:
A)Jaw relaxation by clicking the tongue and resting the tongue on the hard palate behind the front teeth.
B)Stretching and strengthening the muscles of mastication so they can withstand the stress.
C)Teaching the patient extra-oral massage in the region of the masseter and/or temporalis muscle.
D)Relaxation techniques and controlled breathing.

Question

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Stretching and strengthening the muscles of mastication may exacerbate the patient's symptoms and increase facial pain. Options A, C, and D are appropriate interventions for managing facial pain.

Your Patient Complains of Facial Pain, Especially When Under Tension