PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR JAW PAIN

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PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR JAW PAIN
www.noveraheadachecenter.com
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PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR JAW PAIN RELIEF?
We all know that physical therapists treat the
musculoskeletal system - bones, joints and
muscles. So that includes knees, backs, shoulders
. . . and jaws? Thats right. The
Temporomandibular Joint, better known as TMJ, is
the hinge joint immediately in front of the ear
on each side that connects the lower jaw to the
temporal bone of the skull. The TMJ opens and
closes the mouth, as well as slides back and
forth. Think about it every time you eat, talk,
sing, yawn, gape, chew on something, kiss, set
your jaw sternly, or just kind of idly move your
mouth, youre using your TMJ.
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TEETH GRINDING AND CLENCHING

• Many people grind or clench their teeth while
  they sleep or at times of emotional stress. This
  is also known as bruxism. It can lead to
  significant tooth damage and jaw pain.

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OUR CLINIC IS LOCATED IN COLORADO SPRINGS
Colorado which means we are at an average
altitude of 6,035ft elevation. Many of our
patients find that their headaches are
accompanied by ear pain and jaw pain, especially
after travelling home from another state at a
lower elevation. High altitudes can exacerbate
temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder symptoms
- like jaw popping or stiffness, jaw and face
pain, difficulty chewing, problems opening or
closing your mouth, grinding at night, and even
earaches - so if you are experiencing these
symptoms while living in Colorado, you are not
alone.
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TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DISORDER
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JAW PAIN SYMPTOMS

• Pain or tenderness of your jaw
• Pain in one or both of the temporomandibular
  joints
• Aching pain in and around your ear
• Difficulty chewing or pain while chewing
• Aching facial pain
• Locking of the joint, making it difficult to open
  or close your mouth

TMJ disorders can also cause a clicking sound or
grating sensation when you open your mouth or
chew.
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THANK YOU

• Address 2139 Chuckwagon Rd. Colorado Springs,
  CO. 80919,
• USA
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www.noveraheadachecenter.com