Support Better Jaw Movement With
TMJ Adjustment!
How You May Benefit From TMJ Adjustment:
- Support healthier jaw mobility
- Reduce jaw stiffness and muscular tension
- Improve comfort while opening and closing the mouth
- Support more balanced jaw mechanics
- Reduce strain around the jaw and facial muscles
- Address restricted movement in the TMJ
- Support better coordination between the jaw and neck
- Improve comfort during chewing and speaking
What Can TMJ Adjustment Help With?
The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, connects the lower jaw to the skull and plays an important role in chewing, speaking, yawning, and normal jaw movement. When this joint or the surrounding muscles are not moving or functioning properly, patients may experience jaw discomfort, stiffness, clicking, popping, or difficulty opening and closing the mouth.
TMJ dysfunction can also be influenced by muscle tension, posture, neck mechanics, stress, clenching, grinding, and previous injury. Chiropractic TMJ adjustment focuses on the movement and mechanics of the jaw joint while also considering the surrounding muscles and related structures.
TMJ adjustment at ChiroMarin in Novato may support patients experiencing:
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How TMJ Adjustment Works
After an initial consultation, our chiropractor evaluates your jaw movement, range of motion, surrounding muscle tension, posture, neck mechanics, and symptoms to determine whether TMJ adjusting may be appropriate for you.
During a TMJ adjustment, the chiropractor uses precise and controlled movements directed at the jaw joint and surrounding structures. Gentle manual techniques may also be used to address muscular tension and restricted movement around the jaw.
Because the jaw, neck, and upper spine work together during normal movement, the chiropractor may also evaluate and address related restrictions in the neck or upper back when appropriate.
Depending on your needs, TMJ care may be combined with soft-tissue work, stretching, posture recommendations, mobility exercises, or other chiropractic techniques.
To learn whether TMJ adjustment may be appropriate for you, contact ChiroMarin in Novato at (415) 295-7227.
TMJ Adjustment FAQs
A TMJ adjustment is a chiropractic technique focused on the temporomandibular joint and surrounding structures. The goal is to support healthier jaw movement, reduce mechanical restriction, and improve overall function.
TMJ dysfunction may be associated with jaw pain, tenderness, clicking or popping, stiffness, difficulty opening or closing the mouth, facial tension, or discomfort while chewing.
TMJ adjustments are typically precise and controlled. Patients may feel gentle pressure, stretching, or movement around the jaw and surrounding muscles. The technique used will depend on your examination findings and comfort level.
Yes. Jaw mechanics can be influenced by posture and the muscles and joints of the neck and upper back. If your examination shows related restrictions, these areas may also be included in your care plan.
Chiropractic care may support jaw mobility when clicking, stiffness, or restricted motion is related to joint mechanics or surrounding muscular tension. An evaluation is needed to determine the cause of your symptoms and whether TMJ adjusting is appropriate.
The number of visits varies depending on your symptoms, examination findings, the cause of the jaw dysfunction, overall health, goals, and response to care. After your evaluation, our chiropractor can recommend a plan based on your individual needs.
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