Your Condition
TMJ Disorder
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) acts like a sliding hinge connecting your jawbone to your skull. Dysfuntion can lead to pain and discomfort. Jaw pain, headaches, difficulty chewing, and clicking and locking of the jaw may occur.
Icing/ Heat Instructions
Ice 20-30 minutes 2-3 times per day
Treatment Plan
The treatment we use for this condition is most often in the form of chiropractic adjustments and medical massage/ trigger point therapy.
This condition generally takes 4-6 weeks to resolve when proper treatment and self-care are followed. The doctor may treat you from 1-4x per week according to the severity and history of the condition.