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Table 3 Distribution of patients’ subjective parameter ratings pre-operatively. (Total N = 33)

From: A stepped approach for the management of symptomatic internal derangement of the temporomandibular joint

Subjective parameters

None (n)

Mild (n)

Medium (n)

Severe (n)

Spontaneous pain

11

3

10

9

Pain on function

0

3

15

15

Difficulty on chewing

1

5

12

15

Perceived disability of jaw movements

1

6

12

14