Jaw pain? Trouble opening your mouth? Headaches?
If you have experienced them, you would know that severe temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction can be incredibly disabling.
Jaw pain can have a major impact on your daily life. Talking and eating can become hard - things that many of us take great pleasure in.
Many people don’t realise that TMJ dysfunction is a significant source of pain in the neck/head region – and that these conditions are highly treatable. Research suggests that around 20% of people may suffer from TMJ dysfunction, with a slightly higher prevalence in women.
So your Jaw is sore – what do you do now?
TMJ pain is often a result of a combination of contributing causes. It can be hard to know exact what approach to take with treatment or WHO the best clinician is to see as there are a number of health professionals who are able to help with your TMJ pain/dysfunction. The most commonly seen professionals are:
Dentist
Your dentist is often the first professional we think of seeing when our jaw hurts! They routinely will assist your condition by reviewing your bite, teeth alignment and may even prescribe a splint to assist with your TMJ movement – particularly closing. This type of treatment approach may be used temporarily for a period of weeks to months or recommended as a more long term solution. Referral to an orthodontist may also happen to see if longer-term teeth alignment solutions will assist with your jaw pain and dysfunction.
Manual Therapists - Physio/Osteo – we can help!
Some of our practitioners have undergone extra training to assist with TMJ pain and function. After a thorough assessment of your TMJ movement, neck and back postures/movement and discussion of your presenting symptoms, a range of techniques may be used including:
If you have jaw pain or experience any of the symptoms above make an appointment to see our expert TMJ practitioners who will assess and guide you in your recovery to a happier jaw. Call (03) 9481 7792 or book online here.
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