Exercises for TMJ

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Exercises for TMJ

Mar 14, 2016
Health Advice

Exercises for TMJ

 

TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint.  Just like any other regular joint, TMJ can present dysfunctions, TMJ can cause pain in the jaw area including bones and muscles, as well as, clicking and grinding of the jaw and muscle stiffness. Treating TMJ is very important. Here is a video about therapy focused on exercises for TMJ.

TMJ dysfunction can range from a slight disturbance every now and then to severely weakening of this area. It can affect one’s ability to eat, breath, talk and sleep. Causes of TMJ dysfunction are autoimmune diseases, infections, injuries in the jaw area, dental procedures, various forms of arthritis, gum chewing, stress, bad posture and more.

Treatments for TMJ may include physiotherapy, acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage therapy. When treating TMJ some techniques such as heat and ice, stretching exercises, ultrasound, and others are often used for optimal results. It is usually recommended to eat soft foods if dealing with a form of jaw dysfunction. You should not put more pressure into the area such as holding a phone or resting your chin on your hand.

In case TMJ dysfunction is caused by bad posture, our professionals will focus on rehabilitating and straightening of the muscles causing this condition. We will ensure you eliminate pain while improving your quality of life. An initial assessment is needed to determine the root cause of your TMJ pain.

How Can PhysioChiroWellness Help?

At PhysioChiroWellness Integrated Health Centre our highly-skilled practitioners work together to create fully integrated health solutions that may include physiotherapy, chiropractic, massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopathy, medical aesthetics amongst others. Our professionals will work together towards achieving an optimal health for all our patients through a holistically approach when treating any condition or pain they may present. This service is provided in our Vaughan, On & Newmarket, On clinics and can be booked at any time.

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