TMJ Pain Relief with Chiropractic Therapy in Port Coquitlam
Because injury to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is often quite painful, we do our best to help our Port Coquitlam patients find relief as quickly and effectively as possible. In fact, Dr. Olson will tell you that the medical literature shows just how much chiropractic care can help ease discomfort in the jaw.
Research Shows Chiropractic Care Helps With TMJ Pain and Discomfort
For example, one study published in Physiotherapy Theory and Practice involved 15 people with temporomandibular disorders who were treated with neck adjustments, middle-back manipulation, and trigger point therapy via dry needling. Subjects were assessed prior to these treatments and at two weeks and two months post-treatment. They reported positive results such as reduced pain, greater jaw mobility, and lower impairment at both follow-ups.
Another research study conducted an analysis of almost 800 papers involving manual and manipulative therapy for disorders such as TMJ and found similar results. The group concluded that there is a "fair...level of evidence" that chiropractic care can help ease discomfort associated with jaw pain and other upper extremity disorders.
This is great news since the origins of TMJ are largely unknown. While injury to the jaw area can cause pain symptoms, there are other sources to consider as well, such as grinding teeth, osteoarthritis, and clenching of the jaw due to stress.
Dr. Olson Can Help Clients Find Relief From TMJ Discomfort
No matter what is making your jaw ache, call Dr. Olson now and make an appointment to come into our Port Coquitlam location. We'll do our best to help you smile pain-free!
Resources
- Gonzalez-Iglesias J et al. (2013, November). Mobilization with movement, thoracic spine manipulation, and dry needling for the management of temporomandibular disorder: a prospective case series. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice;29(8):586-95
- Brantingham J et al. (2013, March-April). Manipulative and multimodal therapy for upper extremity and temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics;36(3):143-201
- Oral Care. WebMD. Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/temporomandibular-disorders-tmd on November 2, 2015
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Dr. Eric Olson provides quality chiropractic care to patients in Port Coquitlam, B.C. If you suffer from back pain, neck pain, headache, sciatica or have been in an auto collision, Northside Chiropractic can get you back on the road to health.