Are you suffering from jaw pain?
TMJ dysfunction could be the source.
Do you struggle to open your mouth when eating or yawning? Do you hear a popping sound when you open or close your mouth? You may have a TMJ disorder and will benefit from physical therapy to resolve your dysfunction.
The temporomandibular joint connects your jaw to your skull. If there is an injury to this joint or it becomes damaged in any way, TMJ dysfunction may develop. Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, also known as TMJ dysfunction, is a condition that causes pain and stiffness of the jaw joint and its surrounding muscles. The temporomandibular joint is a complex and important structure comprised of bones, tendons, and muscles that may cause you to feel pain on one or both sides of the jaw. This can make it very difficult to open your mouth, talk, yawn, and chew.
If you are having difficulty chewing or yawning, have jaw pain, or hear a clicking noise when you open and shut your mouth, you could have TMJ dysfunction.
What are the symptoms of TMJ dysfunction?
A dentist or doctor usually diagnoses TMJ dysfunction, but often treatment to resolve this condition is performed by a physical therapist. Our physical therapists are highly skilled at treating TMJ disorders and can help identify the cause of your pain.
We will conduct a thorough examination that includes a detailed medical history and physical examination. We will address the joint and surrounding muscles to ensure you restore your joint’s proper alignment and functioning.
TMJ pain is commonly caused by teeth grinding or clenching (i.e., bruxism), dislocation of the disc between the ball and socket joint, arthritis, stress, or some type of trauma.
The most common symptoms of a TMJ disorder include:
- Pain or tenderness of your jaw
- Pain in one or both of the temporomandibular joints
- Pain in and around your ear (i.e., earaches)
- Difficulty chewing or pain while chewing
- Facial pain
- Locking of the joint, making it difficult to open or close your mouth
- Headaches in the temples
If you have any of the symptoms listed, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Salt Lake City physical therapy clinic for lasting pain relief!
Contact Cutting Edge Physical Therapy for relief
Our physical therapists are patient-centric and committed to your health, working hard to help you manage and eliminate symptoms. If you are in the Salt Lake City area and suffering from the symptoms of TMJ dysfunction. Don’t suffer from jaw pain and stiffness any longer.
Request an appointment as soon as possible with Bridge Physical Therapy!
