Experiencing head or neck pain that is also affecting your ear? The cause could be dysfunction in your temporomandibular joint, or TMJ for short. TMJ dysfunction is a condition that affects the jaw joint and the surrounding muscles. Though TMJ dysfunction is often...
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What to expect during TMJ physical therapy near you
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) can be a painful condition. It affects the jaw joint and its surrounding muscles. It can lead to disruptions and severely impact your overall quality of life. For those dealing with TMJ issues, seeking physical therapy can...
What does TMJ dysfunction feel like?
TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction is a disorder that causes pain or discomfort in your jaw and/or the areas around it, like the mouth, cheeks or eyes. The pain and discomfort can travel throughout the face and cause discomfort in other areas. TMJ can also...
Can physical therapists help me learn about TMJ anatomy and treat TMJ disorders?
Understanding your condition and the body parts it affects. It’s something that many patients don’t think about, or they may not think it’s important if they do. However, understanding basic temporomandibular joint (TMJ) anatomy can be helpful for people with a...