Combined Treatment of Myofascial Pain Syndrome by Bilateral Coronoidectomy and Botulinum Toxin Injection

Clinical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Cynthia Watteeuw, Cyrille Voisin, Laurence Evrard, Nadia Dahdouh
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72020
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Abstract

Bilateral coronoidectomy, combined with botulinum toxin injections and physiotherapy, is an effective strategy for managing refractory myofascial pain syndrome associated with masticatory muscle hypertrophy and coronoid hyperplasia. Early imaging and multidisciplinary care are essential to break the cycle of chronic pain and functional limitation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Myofascial pain diagnosis and treatment Botulinum Toxin and Related Neurological Disorders

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Case Reports
Volume
14
Issue
2
Pages
e72020–e72020
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN