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Physiotherapy for Jaw Pain & Temporomandibular Disorders
The jaw, known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), is one of the most utilised joints in the human body - necessary for eating, chewing, talking, swallowing, and expressing. So, when the jaw isn't performing optimally, it can become symptomatic, known as Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD).
Jaw & TMJ Physiotherapy in O'Connor, Fremantle
Relief from pain, clicking, and headaches
Symptoms of Temporomandibular Disorders
Symptoms associated with TMD can include:
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Jaw pain
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Face and neck pain
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Ear pain
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Headaches
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Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
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Reduced jaw movement/ opening
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Joint clicking or popping
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Lock jaw
What does Jaw Physio involve?
Jaw symptoms / Temporomandibular Disorders are incredibly common, affecting 1/3 of the population at some point across our lives. Because the jaw plays a vital role in our ability to socialise and look after our basic needs, it can be a source of much distress, although it doesn't need to be!
The jaw can become symptomatic for a whole host of reasons, including but not limited to injury, sleep disorders, overuse - clenching or grinding, parafunctional habits such as nail biting, dental or orthodontic work, postural changes, and stress. For this reason, managing jaw symptoms can be complex and requires a thorough assessment of the patient beyond movement and posture.
We will ask a series of questions to assess psychosocial factors, including your sleep, stress and stress management tools, oral habits - the types of food you are chewing- and perform an assessment of jaw, and neck movement. With this information, we can formulate a treatment plan to best manage YOU and your symptoms. This may involve hands-on physiotherapy treatment, a pain management plan, or onward referral where required.
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