Chiropractic Effective for TMJ Pain

A young woman with wavy hair is holding her jaw and showing signs of discomfort, standing in a well-lit room with curtains in the background.

Chiropractic Eases Jaw Pain Related to TMJ in Asheville

Because trauma to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is usually rather painful, we do our best to help our Asheville patients find relief as quickly and effectively as possible. In fact, Dr. Myers will tell you that the medical research shows just how much chiropractic care can help ease ache in the TMJ.

Research Proves Chiropractic Treatment Helps With TMJ Pain and Discomfort

For example, a study published in Physiotherapy Theory and Practice involved 15 patients with jaw pain who were managed with neck adjustments, middle-back manipulation, and trigger point therapy via dry needling. Individuals were assessed prior to these methods and at 15 days and two months post-treatment. The clinicians reported positive outcomes such as reduced discomfort, greater jaw mobility, and lower disability at both follow-ups.

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

This is great news since the triggers of TMJ are largely unknown. While trauma to the jaw area can cause pain symptoms, there are other sources to consider as well, such as grinding teeth, arthritis, and clenching of the jaw due to stress.

Dr. Myers Can Help Patients Find Comfort From TMJ Discomfort

No matter what is making your jaw ache, call Dr. Myers now and make an appointment to come into our Asheville practice. We'll do our best to help you smile pain-free!

References

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

January 02, 2023

Dr. Myers

The objective at Myers Chiropractic & Functional Health is to treat the entire neuromusculoskeletal system including the spine, but also including joints, muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and nerves from the rest of the body. Dr. Myers focuses not only on the joints of the body, but most specifically the muscular system within the body and its dysfunction, resulting in your problem(s).