Are you feeling a pain or tenderness around your jaw? Do you have any difficulty or agony while chewing? If so, you might have temporomandibular disorder (TMJ). TMJ is quite common and even more common in women but with the right treatment, the pain can be relieved. At Awesome Physiotherapy, we have seen many patients with TMJ and have been able to help them find relief and normalcy once again. When the pain becomes noticeable, it’s time to come see us! 

What Is TMJ?

TMJ occurs in your temporomandibular joint, which is a hinge that connects your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull. This particular joint is what allows you to move your jaw up, down, and side-to-side making you capable of everyday things like talking, chewing, yawning, etc. What is unfortunate about TMJ is that most of the time the cause of this disorder is hard to determine as it can be caused by a number of things like genetics, injury, surgery, arthritis, and more. Luckily, the pain that is associated with TMJ is temporary and can be relieved with the help of professional physiotherapists. If you notice any symptoms like those listed below, don’t hesitate to reach out to the professionals as the longer the pain goes without treatment, the worse it will be. Below are tell-tale symptoms of TMJ:

Importance of Professional TMJ Help

When it comes to jaw pain and TMJ, the need for immediate help is something we can understand. When it hurts to do simple everyday tasks like eating and chewing, it can become very discouraging. Our physiotherapists at Awesome Physiotherapy can not only help to relieve the pain but can also help restore the natural movement of your jaw. A professional can analyze your condition and create a treatment plan that will work best for you specifically. Some of the treatments we use to help our patients with TMJ include posture education, improvements with jaw movement, special pain treatments if pain is very severe, and in some cases can refer you to a dentist in your network that can further correct the issue with bite guards, for example. 

Terrific TMJ Help 

For over 30 years, our physiotherapists have helped many patients relieve their TMJ pain and get back to a normal life. We know how inconvenient it is to have pain in your jaw and that’s why we work hard to provide each individual a unique plan that will work the best for them. If you are feeling any sort of pain or can relate to any of the symptoms listed above, contact our friendly office today to set up your first appointment with us.