Jaw / TMJ Dysfunction

How can we help your patients with temporomandibular disorder?

We have physical therapists who are qualified:

  • Board certified specialists in orthopedics
  • Residency trained in orthopedic manual physical therapy
  • Continuing education in treating TMD

We can treat individuals with:

  • Myalgia
  • Arthralgia
  • Disc displacement with reduction
  • Degenerative joint disease

We will help to manage their symptoms:

  • Pain
  • Stiffness
  • Difficulty chewing and/or talking

What will we do?

Perform a thorough evaluation consisting of:

  • Red-flag screening
  • Range of motion assessment
  • Joint mobility assessment
  • Muscle testing
  • Trigger point assessment
  • Assess relevant associated regions (e.g. cervical spine)

Provide evidence-based treatments:

  • Therapeutic exercise
  • Motor control exercise
  • Joint mobilization techniques
  • Soft tissue treatments
  • Education on self-management strategies

Communicate our plan of care with you

Jaw Pain Patient Education Handout