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Concurrent Occurrence of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome: A Case Series

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Objectives: Myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome (MPDS) is a musculoskeletal disorder with a multifactorial etiology. Some investigations suggest psychological disorders as a major risk factor for MPDS. This study is the first case series to report patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and MPDS comorbidity. Case presentation: Sixteen patients suffering from both MPDS and OCD with the chief complaint of pain or limitation in jaw opening were evaluated. The patients were between 18 to 55 years, the majority were females, the masseter muscle was the most commonly involved muscle (40%), and some of the patients had a history or sign of bruxism. Conclusion: OCD symptoms should be considered in MPDS patients. Bruxism due to psychological disorders can be the cause of MPDS. The findings of this case series study should be verified in clinical studies to assess the relationship between MPDS, OCD, and parafunctional habits.

Source: Frontiers in Dentistry

DOI: 10.18502/fid.v22i15.18471

Authors: Sara Pourshahidi, Hooman Ebrahimi, Younes Ghoreyshi, Nafiseh Sheykhbahaei

Institution: Tehran University of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

Subfield: Complementary and Manual Therapy

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $215