TheraBite System - PEDIATRIC

The TheraBite Rehabilitation System is a handheld unit designed to stretch a user's jaw to treat trismus, dysfunction and hypomobility. The device uses passive motion to stretch the user's jaw, joint and facial tissues for increased mobility, flexibility, and function.

The TheraBite device provides a curved, anatomically correct stretch for patients to treat or rehabilitate their jaw and temporomandibular joint. The TheraBite system can be used for stretching, passive motion, and muscle strengthening. By utilizing the TheraBite system, a user can increase their range-of-motion, improve their jaw and joint function, and reduct swelling and pain.

With continual and diligent use of the TheraBite, a typical patient can gain 1-2 mm per week in overall range of motion, with short-term gains of 1-4 mm immediately after stretching sessions. Use the TheraBite daily as directed by your doctor. Your recovery depends on your commitment to rehabilitation and is the only way to assure yourself a full, functional recovery.

Benefits: 

• Maximizes your jaw range-of-motion
  
• Nourishes joint tissues
  
• Prevents stiffness and scar tissue
  
• Reduces joint pain and inflammation
  
• Improves jaw function
  
• Speeds your recovery
• Develops jaw muscle strength

Sample Protocols*

The 7-7-7:

• Perform 7 sessions each day
  
• Stretch 7 times each session
  
• Hold each stretch for 7 seconds

 The 5-5-30:

• Perform 5 sessions each day
  
• Stretch 5 times each session
  
• Hold each stretch for 30 seconds

WARNING: IF YOU EXPERIENCE SHARP PAIN WHILE USING THE DEVICE, STOP USING IT IMMEDIATELY. If the pain persists or recurs, contact your doctor.

*These are examples only. Users should consult with a medical professional for protocols specific to their conditions.

Indications:  Arthritis, Arthroscopy, Arthro-fibrosis, Disuse Atrophy, Joint Replacement, Facial Muscle Disorders, Meniscectomy, Radiation Therapy, Reconstructive Surgery, TMJ/TMD, Trauma, Trismus

Contraindications: Mandible or Maxilla bone fracture (upper and lower jaw); and other bone weaknesses, bone infections, osteomyelitis, and osteocradionecrosis of the jaw.

The TheraBite system is clinically proven as more effective than self-exercises and tongue depressors. The system is easy to use and portable, allowing patients to perform their necessary therapy while continuing in their daily life. The TheraBite has been used by thousands of patients suffering from trismus and jaw dysfunction, and may be able to help you. 

The TheraBite system includes the TheraBite device, a patient log, a hand aid, foam bite pads, and measuring scales, all easily carried in the carrying bag. The TheraBite device itself includes two controls, the range setting arm, and the fine adjustment knob, which allow the patient and doctor to control the therapy and prevent overstretching. The TheraBite device mouthpieces are softened by foam pads and spread the force of the stretch across the users teeth. Special pads are also available for edentulous patients.

The TheraBite system has been studied and successfully tested in clinical trials of post-surgical and post-radiation trismus, TMJ disorders, and traumas. Recent studies also indicate efficacy for treatment of orofacial pain and non-surgical TMJ conditions.

The TheraBite foam pads and the Range-of-Motion scales can also be purchases separately without prescription. The TheraBite system should only be used under the guidance of a medical professional.  Please see the Instruction Manual for more information, warnings, and usage instructions.