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Jaw tightness (Trismus) in neuromuscular disorders

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Jaw tightness, or trismus, is a symptom experienced in some neuromuscular disorders such as spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

This leaflet explains what causes jaw tightness and how it can be treated or managed.

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Last reviewed: 23 June 2022

Next review: 30 July 2023

Author(s): NHSGGC

Version: 3

Approved By: RHC Paediatric Physiotherapy Department

Document Id: 323003