Temporomandibular Joint Disorder can present in several ways including jaw pain, locking, clicking, headaches, ear pain/tinnitus, tooth pain and difficulty with speech/swallowing. Varying causes can include overuse, posture, clenching, grinding, stress and dental work.
A TMJ massage focuses on the muscles of the jaw, ear, head and neck. It will involve massage to the scalp, face and outside of the cheek and may include intra-oral work to reach deeper tissues. If intra-oral work is indicated, the therapist will wear sterile gloves. As part of a longer session, this treatment can also include all or part of a full-body massage.
