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Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) Infographic
The jaw joint is one of the most complex joints in the human body, allowing you to open your mouth, chew, talk, and yawn. Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is a disorder of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is a hinge joint that connects the jaw to the skull in front of each ear. Physical therapy offers a non-invasive treatment option for TMD that can ease pain, restore normal jaw movement, and lessen daily stress on the jaw.
TMJ Disorders and Physical Therapy
TMD, or temporomandibular joint disorder, is a common condition that limits the jaw’s normal function. Physical therapy is an effective treatment for TMD and can help ease pain, regain jaw movement, and lessen daily stress on the jaw. Physical therapy treatment includes posture education, manual therapy, stretching and strengthening exercises, and dry needling.