TMJ

Are you looking for relief of jaw pain in Norco, California? Did you know that chiropractors are experts at treating pain in all body joints, including the jaw? Gateway Chiropractic is taking new patients.

Jaw pain is only one symptom of TMJ (temporomandibular joint). Other symptoms include headaches, trouble chewing and talking, popping of the jaw when opening or closing the mouth, swelling of the jaw, a tired facial feeling, or the jaw locked into one position. If the jaw is locked open or closed, the patient should see a doctor or chiropractor immediately.

TMJ describes a condition that affects the hinge joint of the skull that allows the mouth to open and close. The technical term for this condition is actually TMD (temporomandibular disorder), but TMJ is as widely recognized.

Many different factors can contribute to TMJ, such as arthritis or teeth clenching. Chiropractic treatments can help relieve jaw pain by reducing tension and pressure on the various nerves that serve this area as well as directly treat problems with the joint itself.

Call 951-808-8320 to make an appointment for a pain assessment, whether the pain is in the jaw or any other joint of the body.