People suffering from chronic jaw pain generally describe feeling a dull ache, stiffness, and/or even a sharp pain. The pain is typically localized to the jaw joint, but may also radiate to the ears and neck. Accompanying pain, may be a clicking or popping sensation that may also feature grating sounds (audible internally) when eating, speaking, or simply moving the jaw. Further, pain may be accompanied by a locking of the jaw, or difficulty opening the mouth. Any of these sensations can compromise workplace productivity and enjoyment of socializing, eating, and drinking, et cetera. As someone who has come online in search of a physiotherapist for jaw pain near you (in Burnaby, Greater Vancouver BC) you have had enough of the discomfort and are ready to get help. You’ve come to the right place.
Why You’re Experiencing Jaw Pain and Why Our Physiotherapy Clinic is Where to Come for Effective Treatment
Musculoskeletal Reasons for Jaw Pain
Removing dental (bruxism, wisdom teeth, etc.) and ear infections in addition to underlying medical conditions from the equation, we can narrow down the causes of jaw pain that a physiotherapist can directly address. These include the following:
- Acute injury/trauma (from a blow to the jaw, etc.) or overuse injury.
- Arthritis.
- Sinusitis.
- Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder, which is a condition affecting the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, causing pain, in addition to dysfunction and limited movement.
- Trigeminal neuralgia, which is a condition affecting the trigeminal nerve that can cause intense facial pain, including in the jaw.
How Our Physiotherapists Will Help
As a truly full service physiotherapy clinic, we are staffed with physiotherapists and other specialists who can provide treatments for jaw pain. Dealing with acute and overuse injuries through common physiotherapy services such as manual therapy are expected, however, we also tap into deeper disciplines to address other causes of jaw pain. For one, we are Burnaby BC’s leading clinic in arthritis treatment and prevention. Meanwhile, if your jaw pain is connected to sinusitis, you will benefit from techniques like massage, nebulization, and dry needling, in addition to being provided with a regime of exercises and movements that you can do at home. Symptoms of TMJ, on the other hand, can be corrected through joint mobilization and soft tissue release. Our clinic’s chiropractor can also treat TMJ by addressing spinal misalignments, releasing tense muscles, and improving joint function. Our chiropractor may also employ a Y-strap adjustment, particularly if jaw pain is related to TMJ issues or cervical (neck) spine problems. Lastly, trigeminal neuralgia can be alleviated through techniques like acupuncture, isometric exercises, relaxation methods, and functional activities along with client education on lifestyle modifications.
Ready to chew, sip, speak, and move your jaw with confidence once again? Schedule an assessment at our Burnaby BC clinic today!
Get Strength and Comfort Back in Your Jaw!
(Burnaby and Vancouver fitness enthusiasts)