The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is where the lower jaw connects to the skull. This joint opens and closes like a hinge and slides forward, backward and side-to-side. TMJ dysfunction occurs as a result of anatomic problems within the joint or tension in the surrounding muscles.
Common TMJ Conditions We Treat:
- Pain/tenderness in jaw, face, neck, head, and ear
- Decreased range of motion in the jaw when opening or closing
- Noise during jaw movements
- Jaw that gets stuck or locked
- Jaw fatigue
- Difficulty chewing
- Facial swelling
- Arthritis
- Muscle spasms
- Disc injury
- Shift in jaw alignment
Twin Cities Physical Therapy Clinic
If you have TMJ dysfunction, contact OrthoRehab Specialists today. Our Minnesota physical therapists will examine your condition and construct a physical therapy routine to help you return to activity and reduce pain. We have physical therapy clinics located in Edina and Minneapolis.