The ABCs of TMD With EDS Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a complex condition that has a wide range of effects on the body, including how the jaw functions. Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) occurs when the jaw is not functioning optimally. Thankfully, there are unique ways to take care of jaw function and oral health while being […]
EDS, TMJCourse Overview Are you ready to level up your TMD treatment knowledge? Most physical therapy programs spend 2-4 hours total in school on temporomandibular disorders and most do not cover craniofacial pain. This two-day course provides an introduction to temporomandibular disorders and craniofacial pain. The course takes you through anatomy, normal and abnormal biomechanics, differential […]
TMJPT for the Jaw? One of the most common questions I have received from patients is, “Can Physical Therapy help my jaw pain?” The short answer is YES! The second question that shortly follows is, “How?” This answer is longer and not as easy to answer. Patients come to Freedom PT uncertain of what PT […]
TMJWorking Together Leading specialists agree that proper management of patients with Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) requires a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to care. This includes conservative care under the guidance of a trained Physical Therapist. Most people, even Dentists are unaware that trained and certified Temporomandibular Disorder Physical Therapists can treat jaw pain. Dentists and PTs working […]
TMJThis post was originally published at TreatingTMJ.com So what exactly is TMJ hypermobility? Well hypermobility is characterized by early and/or excessive forward gliding (translating) of one or both TMJs. This excessive forward gliding results in laxity of the surrounding capsule and ligaments and the temporalis tendon. The over-stretching of these structures over time can lead […]
TMJThis post was originally published at TreatingTMJ.com. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, “The most common cause of facial pain is a group of conditions called temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMJDs). These disorders cause recurrent or chronic pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint and its associated muscles and supporting […]
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