I am in the recovery phase from oropharyngial cancer following surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. I am about to the point where I can attempt eating solid foods again and have trouble opening my mouth very wide. Apparently the jaw muscles have suffered scaring and contraction such that range of motion is reduced. The Dr. has suggested daily exercise with a clump of tongue depressors (I am doing this) or with a mechanical device called a "therabite". I would appreciate any "experience-based" advice on this topic.