Are you experiencing jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, facial tension, or difficulty chewing? These symptoms may be caused by Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ/TMD), a condition affecting the jaw joint and surrounding muscles.
Our experienced physiotherapists provide evidence-based TMJ treatment to reduce pain, improve jaw movement, and address the underlying causes of your symptoms. Through a comprehensive assessment and personalised treatment plan, we help you regain comfort and confidence in your daily activities.
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your skull and plays a vital role in speaking, chewing, and yawning. When the joint or surrounding muscles become irritated, tight, or dysfunctional, TMJ disorder can develop.
TMJ dysfunction can cause a range of symptoms that affect not only the jaw but also the head, neck, and shoulders.
You may benefit from TMJ physiotherapy if you experience:
TMJ dysfunction can develop due to a variety of factors, including:
A detailed physiotherapy assessment helps identify the contributing factors and guides effective treatment.
Physiotherapy focuses on improving the function of the jaw joint, muscles, and surrounding structures.
Your treatment plan may include:
We assess jaw movement, muscle tension, posture, neck function, and contributing lifestyle factors to identify the source of your symptoms.
Manual therapy techniques may be used to improve jaw mobility, reduce muscle tightness, and restore normal joint function.
Targeted exercises help improve movement, coordination, and strength of the jaw muscles.
Because neck dysfunction often contributes to TMJ symptoms, treatment may include exercises and techniques to improve posture and cervical spine mobility.
We provide practical advice on jaw habits, stress management, sleeping positions, and home exercises to support long-term recovery.
Patients commonly experience:
Our physiotherapist take a holistic approach to TMJ treatment, addressing both the jaw and related contributing factors such as neck dysfunction, posture, and muscle tension.
We provide:
Long-term symptom management strategies
Individualised treatment plans
Evidence-based physiotherapy techniques
Hands-on treatment
Exercise rehabilitation programmes
