Are you having pain in your jaw, headaches,oraches in and around yourears? Do you have problems with swallowing, biting, or opening and closing your mouth? Have you tried various treatments and not had any relief? Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), the all-natural alternative to pain relief, may be the answer for you.
Studies have shown:
The Temporo-mandibular joint commonly referred to as TMJ. There are two joints, one on either side of the head, located in front of your ears where your lower jaw meets the skull. You will be able to feel the joint when you place your fingers in front of your ears on either side of your head and open and close your mouth.The TMJ enables movement of your jaw when you eat your food, talk and sing. It is one of the most commonly used joints in the body.
TMJ disorder is a general term that refers to pain or discomfort in the temporo-mandibular joint areawhich involves the jaw joint and the muscles surrounding it.
Causes
Common causes of TMJ disorders include:
Symptoms
You may come across the following symptoms:
Diagnosis
TMJ is diagnosed by asking questions about your symptoms, reviewing your medical history and performing a physical examination. Imaging may be ordered in certain situations.
Treatment
Most patients with TMJ dysfunction are effectively treated with the following measures:
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