What is Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction?

aka "TMJ Pain" aka "Jaw Pain" aka "My jaw feels out of place"

What are the symptoms?

• If you have pain or achiness in the muscles around your face and jaw.

• If you have a noticeable click or clunk in your jaw when opening or closing.

• If you experience frequent neck pain or headaches even without noticeable jaw issues, the TMJ might be contributing to your issue.

• If you have tooth pain, there may be an underlying TMJ issue.

  If you cannot open your mouth all the way with or without extending your neck.

• If you have frequent upper shoulder/back tension or pain.

• If you find yourself chewing/clenching consistently due to stress or other habits.

How can we treat it?

1. Thorough assessment to determine whether it is actually a True TMJ issue.

2. If it is TMJ related - is the TMJ Disc contributing to the problem?

3. Diagnosis

4. Manual Treatment

- Including: Massage/Trigger Point Release, Jaw Mobilizations, Chiropractic Adjustments to the Neck.

5. At-Home Exercises.

6. Co-Management with your dentist if necessary.