Central Sensitization-Based Classification for Temporomandibular Disorders: A Pathogenetic Hypothesis

<div><i>Current and alternative mechanism of action of ULFTENS</i>. vlPAG-RVM: ventrolateral Periaqueductal Gray, LC: Locus Coeruleus, ANS: Autonomic Nervous System, sEMG/Kin: surface Electromyography and computed kinesiography of mandibular movements, HRV: Heart Rate Variability, PPT: Pressure Pain Threshold, CPM: Conditioned Pain Modulation, VAS: Visual Analogic Scale, and CSI: Central Sensitization Inventory.</div>

Pain Research and Management

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Figure 1: Central Sensitization-Based Classification for Temporomandibular Disorders: A Pathogenetic Hypothesis 