Table 1.
History data of test subjects in the control group (group N) and the group of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (group RA).
| Anamnesis | Group N | Group RA |
|---|---|---|
| Sample size (n individuals) | 30 | 30 |
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| Did you suffer an accident or a blow to the head/neck region? | 33% | 27% |
| Do/did you feel pain or discomfort in/on | ||
| (i) Head (general)? | 3% | 40% |
| (ii) Temples? | 0% | 20% |
| (iii) Ears/TMJ region? | 13% | 30% |
| (iv) Neck? | 20% | 63% |
| (v) Shoulders? | 7% | 73% |
| (vi) Other joints? | 7% | 97% |
| Does/did your discomfort affect your sense of well-being or performance? | 7% | 83% |
| Are/were chewing, mouth opening, mouth closing, and/or other mandibular movements impaired or painful? | 0% | 70% |
| TMJ sounds (left/right)? | 27% | 40% |