Chiropractic Treatment Can Ease Jaw Pain Related to TMJ

Because trauma to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is often rather painful, we do our best to help our Hazleton and Conyngham patients find relief as quickly and effectively as possible. In fact, Eyerly Chiropractic Offices will tell you that the medical research shows just how much chiropractic care can help ease soreness in the jaw.

Research Shows Chiropractic Treatment Helps With TMJ Pain and Discomfort

For example, a study published in Physiotherapy Theory and Practice involved 15 people with temporomandibular disorders who were treated with neck adjustments, middle-back manipulation, and trigger point therapy via dry needling. Patients were examined prior to these methods and at two weeks and two months post-treatment. The researchers reported positive outcomes such as reduced discomfort, greater jaw mobility, and lower impairment at both follow-ups.

Another group of researchers conducted an analysis of almost 800 papers involving manual and manipulative therapy for disorders such as TMJ and discovered similar findings. They concluded that there is a "fair...level of evidence" that chiropractic care can help ease discomfort associated with jaw pain and other upper extremity disorders.

This is great news since the origins of TMJ are largely unknown. While trauma to the jaw or neck can cause pain symptoms, there are other sources to consider as well, such as grinding teeth, osteoarthritis, and clenching of the jaw due to tension.

Eyerly Chiropractic Offices Can Help Clients Find Comfort From TMJ Pain

No matter what is making your jaw ache, call Eyerly Chiropractic Offices now and schedule an appointment to come into our Hazleton and Conyngham office. We'll do our best to help you smile pain-free!

Studies

• 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