TMJ
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
TMJ
stands for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction. Some of the symptoms of TMJ are jaw pain, neck pain, headaches, clicking or locking of the jaw, and difficulty chewing.
TMJ is a sign of underlying neck problems and can be treated by a physical therapist with most patients feeling results within 1-2 visits.
At Atlantic Physical Therapy Center, our Physical Therapists are trained in finding and treating the root causes of TMJ. They have been successful in the treatment of TMJ as well as neck issues including cervicogenic headaches and dizziness (vertigo).