TMJ Treatments

TMJ Treatments

What It Is

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ dysfunction or TMD) is a problem with the joint of the jaw and the muscles around it. It can arise from grinding of the teeth, overuse of the jaw, bad posture, dental or jaw surgery, trauma, sleeping position or inappropriate movement patterns of the jaw muscles.

TMJ dysfunction can affect one or both sides of the jaw and may interfere with normal day-to-day activities such as eating, talking, yawning, and comfortably opening and closing the mouth. The treatments at Physiotherapy Brampton & Sports Rehab are conservative and aim at improving the mobility of the jaw, relieving the pain and returning the normal functioning.

Common Symptoms

What It Is

Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment used in physiotherapy for tendon discomfort, tendinitis, tendinopathies, and other musculoskeletal problems. Its main goals are to reduce pain and improve function.

During treatment, a portable shockwave device is applied to the affected area and delivers mechanical pressure through high-energy sound waves. The treatment is intended to increase circulation and support the repair process in the treated tissue.

Common Symptoms & Reasons for Treatment

• Tendon pain or discomfort
• Tendinitis or tendinopathy
• Persistent pain that is limiting normal function
• Musculoskeletal problems where improved circulation and tissue recovery are treatment goals

How Physiotherapy Brampton & Sports Rehab Can Help

At Physiotherapy Brampton & Sports Rehab, shockwave therapy may be incorporated into a rehabilitation program based on the type of injury, its severity, how long the problem has been present, and the patient's overall health.

The intensity of shockwave therapy can vary. Patients may feel the pulses during treatment, and the area may feel stiff afterward. The number of sessions needed also varies; the original treatment information notes that many patients receive several sessions rather than a single treatment.

Our Physiotherapy Brampton team can determine how shockwave therapy fits within the broader treatment plan for the condition being addressed.