Chiropractic Care Can Ease Jaw Pain Related to TMJ

TMJ Pain Relief with Chiropractic Treatment in Depew

As injury to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is often rather painful, we do our best to help our Depew patients find relief as quickly and effectively as possible. In fact, Dr. Palmer will tell you that the studies shows just how much chiropractic care can help ease discomfort in the TMJ.

Research Shows Chiropractic Care Helps With TMJ Pain and Discomfort

For example, a study published in Physiotherapy Theory and Practice included 15 participants with TMJ pain who were managed with neck adjustments, middle-back adjustments, and trigger point therapy via dry needling. Subjects were assessed prior to these treatments and at 15 days and two months post-treatment. The clinicians reported positive results such as reduced discomfort, greater jaw mobility, and lower impairment at both follow-ups.

Another research study carried out a review of almost 800 studies involving manual and manipulative therapy for disorders such as TMJ and discovered similar findings. The group concluded that there is a "fair...level of evidence" that chiropractic care can help ease symptoms associated with TMJ and other upper extremity disorders.

This is great news since the origins of TMJ are largely unknown. While injury to the jaw area can cause pain symptoms, there are other causes to consider as well, such as bruxism, arthritis, and clenching of the jaw due to stress.

Dr. Palmer Can Help People Find Comfort From TMJ Pain

No matter what is making your jaw hurt, call Dr. Palmer now and schedule an appointment to come into our Depew clinic. We'll do our best to help you smile pain-free!

Resources

• Gonzalez-Iglesias J et al. (2013, November). Mobilization with movement, thoracic spine manipulation, and dry needling for the management of temporomandibular disorder: a prospective case series. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice;29(8):586-95
• Brantingham J et al. (2013, March-April). Manipulative and multimodal therapy for upper extremity and temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics;36(3):143-201
• Oral Care. WebMD. Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/temporomandibular-disorders-tmd on November 2, 2015