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The jaw is frequently unacknowledged as a source of pain in many head, neck and face conditions. TMJ work can help clients that have: jaw pain and/or tension associated with headaches; TMJ dysfunction; motor vehicle collisions; sport-related injuries; work injuries; grinding and clenching their teeth during sleep or stress; or have had dental or orthodontic procedures. Assessment begins with looking at how symmetrically the mouth opens and closes. The function of the sinuses, ears, cranial bones, speech and breathing patterns will be considered. The Massage Therapist can treat the TMJ much in the same way as other soft tissue disorders- massage, active stretches, and fascial release. The therapist will often offer (with full explanation) an intraoral treatment (using gloves) as an option for the patient depending on their comfort level.

Temporal Mandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ)