TMJ Pain Treatment

Using evidence-based treatment plans to relieve jaw pain symptoms.

What is a TMJ Pain?

The Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is more commonly known as the jaw joint. It’s a unique joint that acts as a sliding hinge- connecting your jawbone to the rest of your skull. TMJ pain can arise for many reasons and also produce symptoms in the jaw, face, head and neck.

TMJ disorder is a term used to collectively identify pain associated with the main joint and/or the muscles surrounding the joint.

What Causes TMJ Pain?

Clenching or grinding of teeth
Stress
Misalignment of teeth
Poor posture
Arthritis
Trauma

TMJ Pain Symptoms

TMJ disorders can cause several symptoms, but the most common one is a dull, aching pain in the jaw joint. Levels of pain can range from mild and barely noticeable to severe, making it difficult to chew. Things such as yawning and moving the jaw repeatedly can exacerbate the pain significantly. At times, pain can spread out of the jaw into surrounding areas such as the face, ears, teeth, neck, and even shoulders. Other symptoms include:

TMJ Pain Treatments

The team at Excel Body & Health are highly skilled practitioners in a range of fields and can assist you in building a treatment plan. The first step for your treatment will be to determine the specific cause and triggers of your symptoms. From there, we will be able to work together to build a bespoke treatment and management plan to ease your TMJ pain.

This treatment will be tailored entirely to you and will focus on reducing pain, restoring normal function, and preventing re-injury of your jaw. This personalised plan will be designed to aid injury and associated pain management in both the short and long term.

Treatment could involve any of the following:

Your TMJ Disorder Questions Answered

What ages experience TMJ pain?

Anyone can develop TMJ disorders, however it is most common in adults. Kids can certainly experience TMJ pain, but teenagers are more at risk than younger children, and it is more common in females than males.

Are TMJ disorders related to sleep apnea?

In some cases, having a TMJ disorder can be associated with developing sleep apnea. This is more common in cases where an individual may have a jaw misalignment causing their TMJ pain, such as an overbite or underbite, which can lead to difficulty breathing while asleep.

How can you prevent TMJ pain?

While it isn’t possible to eliminate the risk of developing a TMJ disorder completely, there are a few precautionary measures you can take to protect your jaw health. These include avoiding hard and chewy foods, not biting your nails, not using your teeth on hard objects, avoiding teeth grinding, and maintaining a good sleep posture.

Do I need a referral to book an appointment?

No, you do not need a referral to book an appointment with Excel Body & Health for TMJ pain treatment.

Why Choose Excel Body & Health

Holistic Care

Our team believes in a multifaceted approach to healthcare. To aid the body’s natural recovery, we use a range of different types of care including Osteopathy, Physiotherapy and Clinical Exercise & Pilates Classes. Excel can be your one-stop shop for several key healthcare needs, all delivered by our accredited practitioners.

Positive Environment

Healthcare appointments shouldn’t be stressful. The Excel team has worked hard to create a positive and welcoming environment for new and returning patients alike. When you come along to an appointment, you are connecting with a supportive community that will help you achieve your recovery goals.

Experienced Team

Exceptional care could be closer than you think. The Excel team is highly skilled and experienced in a wide variety of healthcare areas, delivering top-quality services to our local community. If you’re looking for services you can rely on and live in Heidelberg, Greensborough, Ivanhoe, or other surrounding areas, our clinic may be the right choice.

Book an Appointment Today to Manage Your TMJ Pain

You don’t deserve to live life with pain dragging you down. Here at Excel Body & Health, we care about finding bespoke treatment plans that can best support each unique individual we work with. If TMJ pain is starting to impact your life, we’re ready to help out. With a team of skilled staff members available for an appointment, you can trust that you will receive dedicated care and support for pain management and treatment.

Feel free to call us today to ask further questions about our services, or click below to book your appointment right now. We look forward to meeting you soon!