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A common muscle relaxant that can be used for a stiff jaw is cyclobenzaprine. It helps relieve muscle spasms and tension, which can contribute to jaw stiffness. However, it's essential to consult a healthcare professional before using any medication, as they can provide guidance based on individual health needs and conditions. Other treatments, such as physical therapy or stress management, may also be beneficial.
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What muscle is used to bite?
your jaw muscle or masseter muscle
What is the synergist muscle for jaw closure?
The muscle that aids the jaw in closing is the temporalis muscle. The masseter is the muscle that primarily moves the jaw.
What muscle is a synergist of the masseter muscle?
The muscle that aids the jaw in closing is the temporalis muscle. The masseter is the muscle that primarily moves the jaw.
What is the muscle located at the angle of the jaw used for chewing?
masseter
What is the name of the muscle that is considered the strongest jaw muscle?
The muscle that is considered the strongest jaw muscle is called the masseter muscle.
What is a bone or muscle in the body that starts with the letter j?
jaw bone jaw muscle
Which muscle is stronger jaw or chest in human body?
the masseter muscle of the jaw is strongeri've never heard of the chest muscle.
What is the muscle in your jaw called?
The main muscle in your jaw is called the masseter muscle. It is responsible for closing the jaw during chewing and is one of the strongest muscles in the human body.
When people have tetanus why cant they open their mouth?
tetanus has the tenancy to cause lock jaw if left untreated i.e un-innoculated persons etc. lock jaw is where the muscles around the jaw tence up and cause a closed mouth i.e lock jaw effect and the person will need to go to the doctors/hospital and have there jaw injected with a muscle relaxant and "pry" the jaw open again, if lock jaw is not treated immediately then cracked/smashed teeth can be a result of to much down and upward pressure on the teeth. very nasty, cheers
What is the hardest muscle in the skeletal muscle?
the masticles or jaw muscles.
What pterygoid muscle can potrude the jaw pull the jaw sideways and open the mouth?
The lateral pterygoid muscle is the muscle responsible for protruding the jaw, pulling the jaw sideways, and assisting in opening the mouth. It plays a key role in movements such as chewing and speaking.
What part of the body does the masseter move?
It is your jaw-bone. So it helps you chew your food.
