Table 3.
Results of the clinical TMD examination in test subjects of the control group (group N) and the group of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (group RA).
| Examination parameter Range of motion of mandible (interquartile range) |
Group N | Group RA |
|---|---|---|
| Sample size (n individuals) | 30 | 30 |
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| Max. unassisted mandibular opening (mm) | 54 (47–57) | 51 (43–54.5) |
| Max. assisted mandibular opening (mm) | 55 (49–61.5) | 53 (46–58) |
| Max. right lateral excursion (mm) | 9 (7.5–10) | 9 (6.25–10) |
| Max. left lateral excursion (mm) | 9 (8–10) | 10 (9–12) |
| Max. protrusion (mm) | 8 (7–8.8) | 7 (5–8) |