What is TMD? Why isn’t it called TMJ?
TMJ= Temporomandibular Joint
We all have TMJs, in fact we have TWO!
TMD= Temporomandibular Dysfunction/Disorder
Not all of us have TMD.
10 Signs and Symptoms You Have TMD
- A dull headache when you wake up in the morning.
- Chronic facial pain
- Increased tooth sensitivity or pain.
- Earache or ear ringing (Tinnitus)
- Locked jaw- unable to open your mouth all the way.
- Worn down teeth
- Jaw clicking or popping
- Pain in the jaw muscles
- Pain in the jaw joint
- Eye, neck, shoulder and/or upper back pain.
If you have any of these symptoms..
You could benefit from a consultation with a physical therapist.
Our physical therapist Dr. Shay Nash is uniquely trained in TMD evaluations and treatment, for a TMD assessment, please schedule an appointment with her. In addition, a personalized care plan can be developed for you with various treatment options. Physical therapy treatment effectively relieves and manages TMD, even when the symptoms are long-standing and severe.
