TMJ Unit
Infinity Physio
Introduction
The temporomandibular joint connects your jaw to your skull. This joint is in the front of the ears. There are many reasons why TMJ dysfunction may develop, but some common causes include misalignment of the teeth, gum chewing, arthritis, teeth grinding, or a jaw injury. Symptoms associated with TMD can include TMJ pain, decreased jaw motion, joint clicking, headaches, neck pain, facial pain, pain with chewing, and tinnitus.
Diagnosis
Temporomandibular Disorders fall into one of these three main categories:
● Myofascial Pain
● Internal Derangement of the Joint
● Degenerative Joint Disease
Role of physiotherapy
The goal of physical therapy is to restore your normal function and the interaction of the jaw muscles and joints. Your treatment plan may consist of any combination of methods and modalities, including jaw exercises, soft tissue massage, joint mobilization, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and laser.