Facial Pain

Pain and tightness in the jaw, brought on by a condition known as temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ, can make it difficult to eat, smile, talk, and otherwise take pleasure in life. Try chiropractic care instead of using daily pain medication if you want to get relief from chronic TMJ pain without resorting to drugs. In addition to providing treatment for the underlying cause of your jaw discomfort, Kannegieter Family Chiropractic in Centennial, CO, may also offer you guidance that will assist you in the management of lifestyle triggers. The jaw becomes tight, uncomfortable, and painful as a result of this condition. Other symptoms of TMJ include face discomfort, neck pain, frequent headaches, trouble eating, cracking of the jaw joint, locking of the jaw, and earaches. Facial pain is the most common symptom, followed by neck pain and frequent headaches.

Chiropractic Adjustment in Centennial for TMJ Pains

When you come in complaining of jaw discomfort, we will examine your jaw, neck, shoulders, and head, looking for signs of tense muscles as well as out of place joints and bones. We are able to alleviate the discomfort and irritation that are caused by jaw issues by treating any subluxations that we discover. In order to treat TMJ, it is possible that we will first concentrate on releasing the jaw’s muscles and joints using physiotherapies and stretches, and then we will make minor adjustments to the jaw in order to bring comfort. Massage or active release can help break up muscle tension, alleviate the accumulation of scar tissue, and enhance flexibility in the jaw.
In addition to easing the discomfort you are experiencing, our chiropractor will talk to you about the common causes of TMJ flare-ups and how to get the symptoms under control. For instance, a lot of people tend to clench their jaws when they’re concerned or stressed out, which can lead to pain in the jaws. You can lessen the triggers that cause pain in your jaw by training yourself to notice when you are clenching your jaw and then eliminating this behavior. Alternatively, you can practice keeping your jaw open rather than closed. Practicing stress release techniques, refraining from chewing gum, caramel, or any other dense foods, and maintaining excellent posture and ergonomics are some further adjustments in lifestyle that can help reduce TMJ symptoms.

Soft Lasers are a more comfortable alternative to typical high-intensity lasers since they don’t produce enough heat to warm the skin. Kannegieter Family Chiropractic’s gentle Activator Methods adjustments combined with laser therapy has been shown to be a successful treatment for a variety of conditions, including pain management, nerve regeneration, and inflammation reduction. Give us a call at the Kannegieter Family Chiropractic office in Centennial; we would love to answer your questions about how Activator adjustments and Soft Laser Therapy can help improve your life and wellbeing.