TMJ Symptoms

TMJ Symptoms

• Chronic Head Aches
• Face Pain
• TMJ Pain
• Ear Pain
• Tinnitus (ringing in the Ears)
• Neck Pain
• Shoulder Pain
• Back Pain
• Vertigo (Dizziness)

Chronically occurring head pain can range from constant daily head pain to severe head pain which is classically diagnosed as a "migraine". As objective studies suggest that as many as 70% of all TMJ's have injuries to some extent. Any individual suffering from chronic headaches should have their TMJ evaluated and diagnosed.

Facial pain, joint pain, ear pain, and tinnitus are all commonly related to the injuries of the TMJ. They arise from joint inflammation which results from the vascular and innervated tissues found in the back of the joint. This tissue is physically connected to the middle ear by a two headed ligament that allows auditory disturbances ranging from pain to a sense of fluid in the ears. Again, a good diagnosis is required.

Neck pain, shoulder pain, head pain, and vertigo are related through the biomechanical implications of TMJ injuries. Alteration in the range of motion within the TMJ and specifically the position of load directly affect the function of the cervical spine, especially at the base of the skull. This usually produces compensatory compromise into the shoulders and even thoracic and lumbar function. All of the above respond well to a combination of the TMJ orthotic use and certain forms of muscular skeletal intervention.