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Jaw · Strengthening

Manual Resistance Mouth Opening

Manual resistance mouth opening, 3 sets, 8 repetitions

Illustration of the Manual Resistance Mouth Opening exercise

Listen to the instructions

How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 8

Description: Sit with your head held upright and gaze forward. Begin with your mouth closed, jaw relaxed, then slowly open your mouth while controlling the movement to prevent any lateral deviation. A therapist or yourself applies gentle resistance with your fingers under the chin to strengthen the muscles, then gently close the mouth while keeping the jaw centered.

Tips: Keep the tongue positioned as instructed and avoid forcing the opening. Carefully control the jaw's trajectory to prevent imbalance.

Progression: Gradually increase manual resistance or the number of repetitions as the exercise becomes easier.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Beginner
Equipment
none
Starting position
Seated, head upright, gaze forward
Clinical goal
Strengthen jaw muscles to improve control and mandibular stability
Also known as
mandibular resistance opening, jaw exercise against resistance, mouth opening strengthening

Precautions

Avoid this exercise, or check with your physiotherapist first, if you have:

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.