Oral Health and Dental Management

The physical differentiation of TMJ structures and treatment using the Latimer Technique®: A practical demonstration

32^nd Asia Pacific Dental and Oral Health Congress

July 23- 24, 2018 Sydney, Australia

Mark Latimer

Active Health Solutions, Australia

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Abstract:

This is a practical workshop demonstrating the Latimer Technique® and the seven keys to making a clear diagnosis of TMD, with a real patient. A brief subjective examination will be performed to ascertain the nature and possible cause of the patientâ??s TMD. Measurements of mandibular movement will be taken using a precision caliper to provide a basis from which the effectiveness of treatment can be measured. A physical assessment of all of the supporting structures of the TMJs will include the bones, ligaments, muscles, nerves, joint capsules and discs. A running commentary will be provided throughout the demonstration so that delegates can gain an understanding of how problematic structures can be isolated and contribute to the patientâ??s signs and symptoms. This is followed by a discussion of the assessment findings, structural differentiation and the formulation of a definitive diagnosis. The patient will then receive different treatment techniques depending on the diagnosis, reassessed and re-measured. An open forum discussing the methods and techniques used, the outcome of treatment and the future management of the patient will complete the demonstration.

Biography :

Mark Latimer is qualified in Physiotherapy from LaTrobe University, Melbourne in 1987 and attained his APA Sports Physiotherapist title in 1997. Over the past 24 years, he has researched and developed the Latimer Technique®. He has been teaching this approach to health practitioners across Australia and internationally.

E-mail: l8imer@bigpond.net.au