TMJ is a fairly common condition that can cause a lot of pain for some and just make life difficult for others.  This  condition is characterized by pain and/or clicking when the jaw is opened or closed.  This can also offset the jaw so that the teeth don't line up which makes it very difficult to eat.
     Many doctors will tell you that this disorder comes mainly from clenching your jaw. While it may be true that the disorder can come from the clenching of the jaw, I have found that it often comes from either a misalignment in some other body structure or from an injury that has resulted in a myofascial restriction residing either around the jaw or elsewhere in the body. If TMJ comes with or from jaw clenching this can cause more pain and even more issues.
     The good news is that myofascial release has proven very effective at relieving the restrictions that lead to TMJ. Even clenching your jaw usually has a fascial component that can be changed through myofascial release. I personally have  seen TMJ come from many different areas such as misaligned hips.  A skilled myofascial release therapist will usually start by working on the jaw and will then be able to follow the restriction to its source.  Once the source is treated the body can then return to it's normal function. Myofascial release could be your drug and surgery free way to healing from TMJ. Many people have found lasting change from this treatment.  You can too! Click the contact us button above for information on how to get an appointment.