The jaw joint (TMJ) is the most frequently used body joint. Indeed, the TMJ is involved when we eat, talk, yawn, swallow or grit our teeth. If a problem arises, it can be treated like other joints in the body by a physiotherapist with a temporomandibular region expertise.
TMJ issues can arise in several ways:
• Local pain in the jaw and / or ear
• Limitation of mouth opening
• Blocking when opening or closing the mouth
• Joint noise (click, clunk or crackle)
• Local muscle tension
• Headache and / or pain in the neck
• Ear symptoms (tinnitus, pressure, stuffy ear feeling)
A thorough evaluation of the jaw by a physiotherapist can determine the source of the pain. Once the source of the problem has been identified, joint mobilizations, and muscle and nerve treatments can be done. Afterward, exercises and advice are prescribed in order get back to normal function.
Our team works in collaboration with dentists, doctors and specialists to offer full care and to further refer you if necessary.
