How Can Your Chiropractor in Beaverton Help with TMJ Joint Problems?

At Unity Chiropractic and Wellness Center we treat all types of musculoskeletal problems, including TMJ. Learn how chiropractic adjustments relieve inflammation associated with TMJ joint problems to reduce jaw pain without medication. 

Chiropractic Care For TMJ Joint Problems

Chiropractic works well alone or in tandem with traditional treatments for TMJ. Since our Beaverton chiropractor does not use drugs for pain control, the treatment is safe for individuals of all ages. 

Yet the best reason to choose chiropractic for TMJ pain is that it not only curbs your pain but prevents recurrence.

Traditional methods of TMJ pain relief usually focus on reducing the jaw pain by changing diet or lifestyle habits. Unfortunately, this does not change the jaw positioning. Only chiropractic relaxes the muscles and shifts the jaw to reduce clicks and pain. Since chiropractic fixes the problem at the root, pain does not return. 

How Chiropractic Reduces TMJ Pain 

Chiropractic focuses on the muscles that surround the jaw, which often become tightened due to overuse. The tighter the muscles become, the more pain you feel. To reduce muscle tension and soften the muscles, we use trigger point therapy around the jaw. This might feel somewhat uncomfortable if your jaw is really tight; however, the loosening it brings will relieve your jaw pain significantly. 

As we decrease your pain, we'll start examining the relationship between your jaw, your back, and your neck. A misalignment in the cervical spine can cause jaw pain. As we readjust your spine, we take pressure off the jaw so you feel better.

We'll also reposition the jaw using chiropractic adjustments. Since we loosened tight muscles ahead of time, your jaw will not get pulled back out of alignment. After we adjust your jaw in a series of appointments, painful symptoms including headaches and ear pain will decrease. 

Schedule Your Appointment with a Beaverton Chiropractor Today!

Would you like to meet Dr. Kathy Cantwell, our Beaverton chiropractor, and discuss your TMJ? If so, call the clinic today. For a limited time only, new patients can receive a 20 percent discount on their first appointment.