TMJ is shorthand for Temporomandibular Joint. That refers to your temple area and your jaw bone (mandible.) The joint is supposed to move smoothly but when it doesn’t you may end up with a diagnosis of TMJ Dysfunction or TMJD.
What can cause your TMJ to stop moving smoothly?
- An injury or trauma that causes the joint to dislocate.
- Overuse of the powerful jaw muscles in certain positions.
- Sleeping always on the same side which may cause your jaw to “drop” to one side.
- Having a “forward head” posture which puts a lot of strain on your neck and jaw muscles.
- Dental work which Continue reading “TMJ Pain – Causes of Pain in Your Jaw”
