The EducaDOR application was developed to meet the need for periodic and facilitated application of protocols based on scientific evidence for patients with painful TMDs. The main objective is to provide education about pain, promoting adherence to treatment and understanding of the patient's condition, enabling them to become the protagonist of their own treatment. However, it is important to emphasize that using the application does not replace the importance of listening and instructions provided by a qualified healthcare professional.
To ensure proper use of the application, it is essential that the patient is monitored by a qualified professional, who will advise on the most appropriate functions for the specific case and frequency of use. The application is highly versatile and can be customized according to the individual needs of each patient, with professional responsibility.
It is important to highlight that patients who actively engage in their healing process experience faster positive responses and a change in their overall perception of pain. The application brings together information on pain neurophysiology, pain modulation through healthy practices and habits, jaw exercises, self-massage, moist heat thermotherapy, pain diary, report and current concepts on temporomandibular disorders and pain.