TMJ Disorder
TMJ disorder is a term used to collectively identify pain associated with the main joint and/or the muscles surrounding the joint.
Symptoms
- Pain in the face, jaw, ear or inside the mouth
- Clicking, locking or grinding sensations upon opening/ closing the jaw
- Limited range of motion of the joint
- Pain within the tissues that help to control jaw movement
- Headache
- Toothache
WHAT CAUSES TMJ PAIN?
- Clenching or grinding of teeth
- Stress
- Misalignment of teeth
- Poor posture
- Arthritis
- Trauma
TREATMENT FOR TMJ PAIN
The team at Excel Body & Health are highly skilled practitioners that will assist in determining the cause, treatment and management of your TMJ pain. Your treatment plan will be tailored to you and will focus on reducing pain, restoring normal function and preventing re-injury of your jaw.
Treatment may include soft tissue massage, muscle energy techniques, stretching, joint mobilisation, articulation, manipulation, dry needling, taping and/or exercise prescription.
A personalised treatment plan will aid in managing the injury and associated pain in the short and long term.
