Hi, I am about to have arthrocentesis. What can I expect after this procedure? How much can my conditin improve?
Hi, it is important to start physical therapy after surgery, even within 48 hours in order to maintain movement and inhibit forming of scar tissue. There is also a mechanical device available, which gently moves your jaw joint. Your will have problems with jaw movement for at least a month. Aftr surgery you will require special diet treatment. Arthrocentesis will affect your eating, reduce tension in shoulder muscles, and make you moreself-confident. It is specially useful in patient by whom the TM disorder was caused by rheumatoid arthritis. Every single case is different and it is individual what improvement will it bring to you.