TMJ Pain Relief
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint. Many people suffer from TMJ disorders which cause tenderness and pain in the jaw joint and surrounding muscle. This can be caused by teeth grinding, injuries, arthritis, or regular wear and tear but, regardless of the cause, TMJ pain is a frustrating, chronic issue that can affect your everyday quality of life. Luckily, there are easily accessible, effective, and all-natural treatments that provide pain and stress relief in just a few sessions.
Here are some of the ways you can find TMJ pain relief at Lite Mind Body:
Buccal Massage
A buccal massage focuses on pressure points inside the mouth to stimulate muscles and ligaments in the buccal fat pad. While this massage is famous for its results with contouring and tightening the area, it can work wonders relieving tension and pain in the jaw. As an intraoral massage, it allows for deep penetration into the facial muscles, especially those used for chewing, helping to release tension in the face and jaw while promoting relaxation. This technique can also improve jaw alignment reducing pain and discomfort associated with TMJ disorders. Regular buccal massage can help relieve pain and support better jaw alignment, reducing the frequency of TMJ disorder symptoms.
TMJ Massage
This massage includes both an assessment and treatment. With an external focus, the massage therapist will gently work the jaw muscles, increasing circulation to help decrease inflammation and speed up healing time. This massage specifically focuses on working the muscles around the temporomandibular joint to alleviate pain and tension. Your massage therapist will focus on relaxing the surrounding muscles before working on the temporomandibular joint for the best results. Regular treatments are recommended so that you and your massage therapist can create a treatment plan that targets your specific needs to help reduce the appearance of symptoms long-term.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to support balance, reduce pain, and improve stress levels. Acupuncture refers to the Traditional Chinese Medicine practice of inserting small, thin needles into specific meridian points on the body to move energy, stimulate the body’s natural healing process and increase the body’s painkilling abilities. Studies have shown acupuncture can successfully reduce pain and discomfort related to TMJ disorders in a single session. Treatment focuses on common trigger points that lead to facial pain, headaches and restricted jaw motion. Acupuncture can aid in reducing pain, increasing range of motion, decreasing stress, and improving feelings of relaxation for better overall health.
Regular treatment can help to reduce the effects of TMJ disorder, improve your quality of life and allow you to live without the stress of chronic pain. Book an appointment with one of our practitioners to begin healing and experience the joys of pain-free living today.
