TMJ/TMD Therapy

What is TMJ/TMD Therapy?

TMJ/TMD therapy focuses on treating pain, stiffness, and dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint, the joint responsible for chewing, speaking, and jaw movement. TMJ issues often develop from stress, teeth grinding, posture imbalances, jaw clenching, trauma, or muscular tension in the neck and face. Treatment begins with a detailed assessment of jaw alignment, muscle tension, bite patterns, and contributing postural or movement factors. Therapists use a combination of manual therapy, myofascial release, intra-oral techniques, joint mobilizations, relaxation strategies, and home exercises to reduce pain and restore smooth jaw movement. This approach helps relieve headaches, facial tension, ear pressure, and neck pain linked to TMJ dysfunction. Over time, TMJ therapy improves jaw mechanics, reduces flare-ups, and supports long-term comfort and function.

Benefits of TMJ / TMD Therapy

• Reduces jaw pain, stiffness, and clicking
• Relieves headaches, facial tension, and ear-related symptoms
• Improves jaw alignment and smooth movement
• Releases tight muscles of the jaw, face, and neck
• Helps manage clenching, grinding, and stress-related tension
• Supports long-term control of flare-ups
• Enhances overall comfort with chewing, speaking, and daily jaw use