Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction TMJ by Sapien Medicine

🤔Understanding Temporalis Muscle Pain ▪️ Anatomy: The temporalis muscle, located on the side of the head, facilitates jaw movement and chewing. ▪️ Symptoms: Temporalis muscle pain manifests as discomfort in the jaw, temples, and surrounding areas, often worsening during activities like chewing or talking. ▪️ Causes: Overuse, tension, or strain on the temporalis muscle, often due to habits like teeth clenching or grinding, can lead to pain and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. #Temporal

MLD for chronic jaw pain 🤍 Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) massage can be a helpful technique for relieving the symptoms of bruxism (teeth grinding) and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain. Here’s how: \t☁️\tRelaxation of Jaw Muscles: Bruxism often leads to tightness and overuse of the jaw muscles, such as the masseter and temporalis muscles. MLD massage can help release muscle tension, promoting relaxation in these areas, which may reduce the pain associated with TMJ dysfunction. \t☁️\tImprovin