Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders/Dysfunction (TMD) - Chiropractic Treatment for Temporomandibular Joint

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders/Dysfunction (TMD)

TMJ Disorders are immensely complex and may be the result of not only physical or anatomical dysfunction but also, a psychological component may be a part of the puzzle as well. Chiropractic offers one effective method of addressing the dysfunctional TMJ. Whether the problem developed after a significant trauma or motor vehicle accident or is part of a more chronic dysfunction, your nervous system adapts and compensates for this dysfunction. The dysfunctional TMJ becomes normal to your body, irregardless of pain, headaches or other symptoms. Chiropractic acts to break this cycle by improving joint motion through adjustments to your TMJ and spine while re-setting your nervous system to recognize the new patterns of normal function. As posture plays an important role in TMJ disorders, a wide variety of postural strengthening/stretching techniques as well as proprioceptive re-training methods and supportive nutritional supplements are also a part of care.

Common Signs and Symptoms of TMJ Disorders

Chronic Headaches
Earaches
Jaw Pain/ Facial
Clunking/Clicking with opening your mouth
Imbalances in movement when opening your mouth
Bruxism (grinding of one's teeth while sleeping)

A Chiropractic Approach to Dealing With Your TMJ Disorder

Proprioceptive (body position - in this case jaw - awareness) Re-Education

Rehabilitative...