Strength test lips, cheeks, tongue, and jaw muscles
Measure jaw motion and observe tracking
Classify whether or not the joint dysfunction is involved
SYMPTOMS OF TMJ DYSFUNCTION
Unable to open mouth
Clicking
Decreased/Increased Mobility
Pain in or around the ear
Pain when eating
Ringing or fullness in ear
OUR TREATMENT OF TMJ DYSFUNCTION:
Decrease TMJ Inflammation
Decrease Muscle Imbalances with:
Soft Tissue Release
Stretching exercises
Strengthening exercises
Improve postural alignment
Teach good body mechanics
Restore Normal TMJ mobility
Restore normal tongue resting position, coordination, and strength
Recommend splinting when appropriate
Headaches
WHAT TYPE OF HEADACHE CAN WE HELP? Headaches that result from muscle tension and trigger points can often be significantly alleviated with manual Physical Therapy.
COMMON TENSION HEADACHES THAT WE TREAT:
CERVICOGENIC HEADACHES
Pain originates from the neck and is referred to the head
Brought on by sustained neck postures and forward head position
Trigger point formation within the muscles often occurs
Pain is often one-sided, and can be reproduced by palpation of the trigger point
TMJ MUSCLE TENSION HEADACHES
Trigger points within the jaw muscles can refer pain to various regions of the face and head
Often associated with clenching, teeth grinding or other oral habits
