TMJ is an abbreviation for the temporomandibular joint which connects the mandible, or your lower jaw, to the temporal bones of the skull. The TMJ is one of the more unique joints within your body as it allows you to move your jaw forward, backward, and side to side so that you can chew, talk, sing, yawn, and more. This joint can be found just in front of your ears on both sides of your head.
Any problem with the muscles, ligaments, discs, bones, or the joint itself are known as temporomandibular disorders or TMD. This refers to the disorder where the jaw joint is misaligned and causing problems such as pain, inflammation, and inability to move or operate the jaw.
Chiropractic adjustments to alleviate the pain associated with temporomandibular disorders have been demonstrated to be extremely effective. At All Spines Chiropractic we will do a thorough consultation and examination that includes checking the tone, ranges of motion and alignment of your temporal mandibular joint and your cervical spine. The appropriate chiropractic adjustments will then be applied to improve motion decrease inflammation and reduce discomfort. We will then recommend a care plan that is personalized to support your healing process.
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