East Norriton PA Chiropractor May Help TMJ

East Norriton PA Chiropractor May Help TMJ

chiropractor may help tmj pain

Among the areas of the body that East Norriton PA chiropractors are able to help, many people are surprised to learn that the jaw is on the list. It’s easy to associate back pain and neck pain with chiropractic treatment, but people who suffer from TMJ or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder in East Norriton PA can also find relief.

What Is TMJ in East Norriton PA?

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder refers to a group of conditions that affect the temporomandibular joint in the jaw. This joint connects your jaw to your skull, so it stands to reason that if you have issues with the muscles or ligaments that control its movement you may experience problems.

Some common symptoms of TMJ include pain in your jaw, cheek, teeth or front of the ear when you chew or yawn, clicking noises in the jaw, an inability to open your mouth wide or having your jaw lock when you are able to open it. You also may notice that your upper and lower teeth no longer fit together properly when you close your mouth. Some patients experience headaches, hearing issues, dizziness or earaches as part of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder.

Causes of TMJ

TMJ has a myriad of potential causes that your East Norriton PA chiropractors will explore when you book your appointment. Some of the known causes of TMJ include serious jaw trauma or dislocation, physical or emotional stress, or even sitting in a dentist’s chair for long periods of time with your mouth wide open. The emotional stress doesn’t end up causing TMJ on its own, but if you tend to clench your teeth as a result, this may end up causing it. Statistics show that women are four times as likely to suffer from TMJ as men.

Can Chiropractic Help TMJ?

Once your chiropractor confirms that you do have TMJ, you’ll be given a treatment plan based on the specifics of your situation. Our team at Well Adjusted Chiropractic, P.C. wants to get to the cause of your problem so every angle is explored before a thorough plan is created. Usually, a treatment plan for TMJ will include chiropractic adjustments, special exercises, and possibly heat or ice to lessen pain if it is particularly painful.

If you have any of the symptoms of TMJ, schedule a consultation with a chiropractor as soon as possible. It’s also important that you follow any advice or recommendations given during that consultation and subsequent appointments. Every exercise and treatment is designed to remove the underlying cause of the problem and restore your jaw function back to normal.

At Well Adjusted Chiropractic, P.C. our team is here to help answer your questions.  Please feel free to contact us today.

OFFICE HOURS

*By Appointment Only


Monday*
10:00am - 1:00pm
2:30pm - 7:00pm


Tuesday
Closed


Wednesday*
10:00am - 1:00pm
2:30pm - 7:00pm


Thursday*
1:30pm - 7:00pm


Friday
10:00am - 1:00pm
2:30pm - 6:00pm


Saturday & Sunday
Closed

Treatment hours subject to change at this time, so call in advance to make sure you set a visit that works for you.

Well Adjusted Chiropractic, P.C.

2315 Old Arch Rd
East Norriton, PA 19401

(215) 609-4449