TMJ Treatment

The symptoms of TMJ may resemble other conditions or medical problems, consult a dentist or physician for a medical diagnosis first. If your medical professional approves, the following are the most common symptoms of TMJ that can be addressed with massage:

• Jaw discomfort or soreness (often most prevalent in the morning or late afternoon)
• Headaches
• Pain radiating behind the eyes, in the face, shoulder, neck, and/or back
• Earaches or ringing in the ears (not caused by an infection of the inner ear canal)
• Clicking or popping of the jaw
• Locking of the jaw
• Mouth motions are limited
• Clenching or grinding of the teeth
• Dizziness
• Sensitivity of the teeth without the presence of an oral health disease
• Numbness or tingling sensation in the fingers
• A change in the way the upper and lower teeth fit together

Massage cannot cure TMJ, it is only able to provide temporary relief. A dentist or doctor is best equipped to diagnose and treat the underlying problems causing the TMJ.