TMJ Disorder Treatment in New Braunfels, TX

 

Jaw pain, clicking, popping, or headaches that seem to radiate from your jaw and temples — these are the hallmark signs of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Because the jaw, neck, and upper spine are closely connected, chiropractic care can be an effective, often-overlooked piece of TMJ treatment.

 

What Causes TMJ Dysfunction?

TMJ disorders involve the joint connecting your jawbone to your skull, and can stem from:

• Teeth grinding or jaw clenching (often stress-related)

• Misalignment in the cervical spine that alters jaw mechanics

• Postural habits — especially forward head posture from screen use

• Past injury to the jaw, neck, or head

 

Many patients are surprised to learn how much neck alignment influences jaw function. The two are mechanically linked.

 

How We Treat It

Our approach addresses the cervical spine and jaw together rather than treating TMJ in isolation:

• Upper cervical adjustments to correct alignment issues that contribute to jaw strain

• Soft tissue work on the jaw, neck, and shoulder muscles that often compensate for TMJ tension

• Postural correction to reduce the forward head posture that aggravates the joint

• Home care guidance for stress-related clenching and grinding habits

 

If your TMJ symptoms are connected to dental issues like bite alignment, we'll work alongside your dentist as part of your care.

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