What causes jaw pain?
Jaw problems can involve the jaw joint, chewing muscles and their interaction with the cervical spine and neck. Possible signs include pain when chewing, restricted jaw movement, and head, face or neck pain. We assess the involved structures together and tailor therapy to the individual findings.
How we treat jaw pain.
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Assess the jaw and neck
We assess jaw mobility, chewing muscles, cervical spine and the situations in which symptoms occur.
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Address tension and movement
Controlled exercises and manual techniques where needed support mobility and relief.
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Support independence
We teach individually suitable exercises and strategies for the jaw, neck and demanding situations in everyday life.
Frequently asked questions.
What helps with jaw pain and TMD?
Treatment for jaw problems or temporomandibular disorders (TMD) depends on the contributing factors. Depending on the assessment findings, physiotherapy may include exercises, movement training and manual techniques for the jaw, chewing muscles and cervical spine.
What are the symptoms of TMD?
TMD can cause jaw or facial pain, restricted jaw mobility, symptoms when chewing, and head or neck pain. Clicking alone does not automatically mean that TMD requiring treatment is present.
Can teeth grinding cause headaches?
Teeth grinding or forceful clenching can be associated with chewing muscle problems and head, face and jaw pain. When these symptoms occur, a joint assessment by dental professionals and physiotherapy may be helpful.
Can physiotherapy help with TMD?
Yes. Physiotherapy may be helpful for certain forms of TMD. Depending on the findings, the jaw joint, chewing muscles and cervical spine are assessed and treated with active exercises, movement and, where appropriate, manual techniques.
Which exercises help with jaw tension?
Depending on the findings, controlled jaw movements, relaxation exercises and exercises for the cervical spine and neck may be helpful. Jaw problems can have different causes, so exercise selection should be individual.
Can jaw problems cause neck pain or headaches?
Yes. Problems with the jaw joint and chewing muscles can be associated with head, face and neck pain. We therefore consider the jaw, chewing muscles and cervical spine together when these symptoms occur.