TMJ therapy is a form of therapy that is designed to alleviate pain, discomfort, and other symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ).
The TMJ (temporomandibular joint) is the joint that connects your lower jaw to your skull. As with many other joints on the body, the TMJ can experience pain, discomfort, swelling and limited range of movement that gets in the way of your quality of life. When this occurs, it’s known as TMD or temporomandibular joint dysfunction. We offer a range of helpful treatments and remedies for all TMJ-related problems.
The TMJ is incredibly necessary when it comes to eating, chewing and simply opening and closing your mouth to speak. When the joint becomes inflamed or painful, you may find that it gets in the way of living your best life. Some problems to look for concerning the TMJ include:
We will thoroughly examine the TMJ area when you come into our office. We not only listen for any unusual sounds when you open and close your mouth, but we’ll monitor and check for range of motion. If it’s found that you have problems with your TMJ, we will sit with you to discuss your options. Each patient is different in what will work best for them, and we are happy to provide you with the care that you need.
In some cases, TMJ problems resolve on their own and are simply temporary. If the pain, discomfort and swelling persists, we’ll often recommend physical therapy, muscle relaxants, pain relievers and hot/cold therapy as a way to help ease your suffering. In more extreme cases, surgery is required to help improve motion of the jaw and prevent swelling. The most common procedure performed is known as temporomandibular arthrocentesis, which simply means that the fluid is removed from the joint before the bone is realigned. Surgery-free options are always sought after first before considering more invasive procedures.
If you think you might benefit from TMJ treatments, call our office today and we can get you in for an appointment.
TMJ Therapy is a form of physical therapy specifically designed to treat Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders. Through manual manipulation and other physical therapies, TMJ Therapy aims to reduce pain, improve jaw mobility, and increase flexibility.
TMJ therapy can be beneficial for those with jaw pain, facial pain, headaches, clicking or popping of the jaw, or issues with jaw opening or closing.
A session of TMJ therapy typically involves manual manipulation of the jaw, muscles, and joints of the face, neck, and head. Soft tissue mobilization, vibration therapy, and ice and heat application may also be used.
The primary benefit of TMJ Therapy is that it can reduce jaw pain and improve jaw function. It can also help improve posture and reduce muscle tension in the neck and shoulder area.
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