Don’t Let TMJ Be the Blockbuster Villain of Your Summer! Summertime should be full of smiles, snacks, and stress free fun, but if you’re dealing with Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ), your jaw might have other plans. Clicking, locking, or pain while chewing can turn everyday joys into uncomfortable chores. The good news? Physical therapy can play a vital role in the treatment of TMJ disorder.
At Nesin, our therapists are trained in techniques that help treat the root cause of TMJ pain.
Here’s how physical therapy can help you get back to enjoying your summer:
- Improving jaw movement – Hands-on techniques, manual therapy, and myofascial release can improve joint mobility and alignment. It can also treat scar tissue restrictions that have developed from chronic inflammation.
- Strengthening jaw muscles – “Low load” exercises can strengthen the muscles and restore more natural, pain-free motion.
- Offering posture education – Corrections can be made to increase alignment, thus decreasing mechanical stress on the neck and jaw.
- Providing pain treatment – Modalities such as electrical stimulation, dolphin stim, and ultrasound can be utilized for pain management.
Don’t wait for the pain to take a bite out of your life, schedule your PT appointment today!
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