TMJ Treatment for Jaw Pain
Sick of Jaw Pain Getting in the Way?
The jaw is the most used joint in the body, but jaw pain is unfortunately often misdiagnosed and poorly managed. Our physiotherapists can assess your symptoms and provide a treatment suited to you.
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The Temporomandibular Joint, Explained
The technical name is a mouthful, but put simply, the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) refers to your jaw joint. There is a TMJ on each side of your face, connecting your jaw to your skull.
When physiotherapists talk about TMJ pain, they are often referring to a range of symptoms that arise in the temporomandibular joint and the disc within the joint. The pain may also affect the teeth, tongue, and facial muscles around the jaw.
Jaw pain and disorders may, in some circumstances, worsen or otherwise be connected to problems in other areas of the body, including your neck, upper back, and even further down in your leg muscles.
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Common Symptoms of Jaw Pain
If your jaw pain is ongoing or otherwise frustrating you, you may have a jaw disorder, commonly known as a TMJ disorder.
Common symptoms of TMJ disorders can include:
Diagnosing Pain in Your Jaw Joint and Jaw Muscles
Our highly experienced team will work with you to devise a treatment plan in line with a specific diagnosis. To start, we will investigate your symptoms, where they are occuring, and what the root cause may be.
We generally categorise jaw pain into these four categories:
- Articular pain, or pain that mostly originates from the joint
- Myofascial pain, or pain that mostly originates from the muscles and fascia
- Complex pain with multiple source points, including posture and neck issues, tongue posture issues, breathing issues, low-quality sleep, and different forms of stress.
- Nerve pain is less common than the others, but can also be a contributing factor.
Jaw pain and TMJ disorders can sometimes come about as a result of specific incidents, including sports injuries in the face or jaw, dental procedures like orthodontic worth or wisdom teeth removal, or stressful events.
Teeth grinding and clenching, also known as bruxism, can also be a driver and/or result of jaw pain.
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Treatments for TMJ Pain
We assess a wide range of jaw pain symptoms and disorders at Ace Allied Health.
Your physiotherapist will seek to diagnose your jaw dysfunction and provide treatment options tailored to your specific condition.
Treatments can include:
- Joint mobilisation
- Soft tissue or muscle releases of the jaw and neck
- Jaw relaxation or stabilisation exercises
- Postural exercises
If you think you have a TMJ disorder, call us today at Ace Allied Health to book an assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your jaw pain may not constitute a disorder or dysfunction that requires any treatment, outside of over-the-counter remedies. However, if your symptoms are ongoing, chronic or otherwise affecting your quality of life, it is advisable to seek professional help. The qualified therapists at Ace Allied Health have the skills, knowledge and experience required to help you identify and resolve your jaw pain.
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Why Ace Allied Health?
Passionate Physiotherapists
Our team is dedicated to our work and the people we aim to assist.
Local Care
With four clinics here in Bendigo, you don’t need to travel for top-notch care.
Range of Treatments
Our experienced, multidisciplinary team offers a range of physical therapy options.
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We Can Help Banish Jaw Pain
Used for breathing, speaking, eating, and making facial expressions, the temporomandibular joint and the jaw muscles around it have a heavy workload. When you experience pain or discomfort in this area, it can be incredibly frustrating and impractical.
At Ace Allied Health, we understand your concerns and can provide you with targeted assistance and advice at our Castlemaine Physiotherapy clinic.
If you think you may have a TMJ disorder, get in touch today to book an assessment.
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At Ace Allied Health, your well-being is our priority. No matter your age, stage of life, or lifestyle, we want to help you feel your best! Whether that’s with physiotherapy, exercise physiology, dietetics, or something else, we’re the team in your corner cheering you on to help you reach your goals. Take the first step towards a healthier and happier life by booking an appointment today.