Chiropractic to Reduce Jaw Pain

Reviewed by Dr. Byron Morgan

Summarized Review Conclusions

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJD) affects millions of individuals, often resulting in jaw pain, headaches, and reduced quality of life. This review focuses on the positive effects of chiropractic adjustments and manual therapy for managing TMJ symptoms.

“Chiropractic care targeting the cervical spine and TMJ significantly improved range of motion and pain levels.”
“Manual therapy reduced masticatory muscle hyperactivity and decreased jaw clicking.”
“Multimodal approaches including spinal manipulation, exercises, and posture correction offer effective TMJD management.”

Introduction to the Research

Many TMJD sufferers rely on pain medication or dental appliances, but evidence supports chiropractic as an effective, non-invasive option. This study emphasizes how improving joint mechanics and muscular balance can alleviate TMJ-related discomfort.

Research Methodology

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Research Findings

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Research References

As always with these reviews, these are my takeaways from the article and I encourage you to read the article in its entirety. The references used in this article by the authors of this article are listed below.

1. DeVocht JW, et al. Chiropractic treatment of temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2003;26(6):421–5.
2. Kalamir B, Bonello R, Graham PL, Vitiello AL. Manual therapy for temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Oral Rehabil. 2017;44(7):563–576.

Our Message

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