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TMJ Pain: A Common Culprit Behind Headaches and Facial Discomfort

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What causes TMJ Pain?

TMJ, short for temporomandibular joint, is the hinge joint that connects your jawbone to your skull. When this joint becomes inflamed or misaligned, it can lead to a range of symptoms, collectively known as TMJ disorder.

Common Causes

Several factors can contribute to TMJ pain:

  • Stress and Anxiety: Emotional stress can lead to clenching or grinding of teeth, putting excessive strain on the jaw joint.
  • Poor Posture: Slouching or hunching can affect the alignment of your jaw, leading to discomfort.
  • Injury: A direct blow to the jaw or a traumatic dental procedure can damage the joint.
  • Arthritis: Degenerative joint disease can affect the TMJ, causing pain and stiffness.
  • Misaligned Bite: If your teeth don’t fit together properly, it can put undue stress on the jaw joint.

Symptoms of TMJ Pain

The symptoms of TMJ pain can vary widely, but they often include:

  • Headaches: Tension headaches are common, especially around the temples and forehead.
  • Jaw Pain: Pain in the jaw joint, especially when chewing or opening the mouth wide.
  • Facial Pain: Aching pain in the face, particularly around the jaw and temples.
  • Earache: Pain in the ear, even though there may be no ear infection.
  • Clicking or Popping: A clicking or popping sound in the jaw joint when opening or closing the mouth.
  • Difficulty Chewing: Pain or discomfort when chewing food.
  • Limited Jaw Movement: Difficulty opening or closing the mouth fully.

Osteopathic Treatment for TMJ Pain

At Hampstead Osteopathy, we offer a comprehensive approach to treating TMJ pain. Our osteopathic techniques can help to:

  • Reduce Muscle Tension: Gentle massage techniques, such as buccal and intra-oral massage, can help to relax the muscles around the jaw joint.
  • Improve Joint Mobility: Joint mobilization techniques can help to restore normal movement to the jaw.
  • Address Postural Issues: We can assess your posture and provide advice on how to improve it in order to reduce strain on the jaw joint.
  • Manage Stress: Stress reduction techniques, such as relaxation exercises and breathing exercises, can help to alleviate pain in this area

If you’re suffering from TMJ pain, please don’t hesitate to make an appointment. Just click on the “Book Treatment Online” box below and let us help you find relief and restore your quality of life.

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