Dental False regarding protective co-contraction muscle splinting: A Reduced mouth opening due to infection B Protective co-contraction is not a pathologic condition C There is no pain reported when the muscle is at rest, but use of the muscle will typically result in increased pain. D Altered sensory input or pain, antagonistic muscle groups fire during movement in an attempt to protect the injured part. 💡 Explanation False regarding protective co-contraction muscle splinting: ✓ Correct Answer: A. Reduced mouth opening due to infection