Their key findings are described as follows: "The available evidence does not support the use of electromyography as a diagnostic test for temporomandibular disorder. The use of electrical stimulation for the treatment of TMD is not supported by the current evidence. No conclusions can be made on the efficacy of occlusal splint based on the neuromuscular occlusion concept."  For full article click here.

A response was made by your American Alliance of TMD Organizations.

"While we can appreciate CADTH's confidentiality of the committee authors of this report, we submit it does raise the question of the qualifications of the committee in regards to having an open mind to be objective in its conclusions. In fact, 10 of the 15 studies accepted by the committee for review support neuromuscular temporomandibular dysfunction therapies. Yet, the committee interpreted these studies differently!."  To view the full response click here..

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