About the condition

What is TMJ Dysfunction?

The TMJ is a sliding hinge that connects your jaw to your skull, when issues arise with this joint, it is called TMJ Dysfunction.

The TMJ is the most used joint in the body; it’s involved with eating, talking, breathing, and facial expressions.

Causes

What are the causes?

It is difficult to determine an exact cause for a patient’s TMJ dysfunction as there are several factors that could contribute to the condition. These factors generally include:

teeth grinding
dislocation of the joint
arthritis
stress
acute trauma

Symptoms

What are the symptoms?

Jaw pain
Headaches
Ear aches
Aching facial pain
Difficulty opening your mouth wide
Clicking or popping sound in the jaw joint

Treatment

Treatment for TMJ Dysfunction

Your physiotherapist may also recommend a splint or a night guard to stabilise your jaw.

Dry needling
Soft tissue release
Stabilisation exercises
Posture improvement and neck treatment
TMJ joint mobilisation

Self care

What can I do at home?

There are several things you can do from home to help relieve the pain of TMJ dysfunction. Such as:

applying ice packs,
eating soft foods,
avoiding extreme jaw movements,
anti-inflammatories if approved by a healthcare provider

TMJ Dysfunction Treatment in Sinnamon Park

What is TMJ Dysfunction?

What are the causes?

What are the symptoms?

Treatment for TMJ Dysfunction

What can I do at home?

Treating TMJ Dysfunction in Sinnamon Park

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