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Physiotherapy is a non-invasive approach aimed at improving oral mobility.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Materials and Methods:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 50 OSMF patients underwent daily physiotherapy exercises using ice cream sticks for six months. Mouth opening was measured at baseline, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months. Pain levels were assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Physiotherapy led to a moderate increase in mouth opening, but pain relief and symptom improvement were limited. 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