Symmetree Osteopathy provides professional, patient-focused care for the Mill Park community and nearby suburbs such as Hurstbridge, Kangaroo Ground, Eltham North, Panton Hill, St Andrews, Doreen, Nutfield, Cottlesbridge, St Helena, Eltham and Greensborough.
Your jaw pain care plan starts with a thorough assessment by our osteopaths, incorporating medical history, orthopaedic examinations and relevant osteopathic tests.
Temporomandibular joint disorder refers to pain or discomfort affecting the joint that connects the jaw to the skull, as well as the muscles that support jaw movement.
This condition is commonly grouped into three main categories:
Pain can often be a dull ache that may travel into the face or neck and can also involve painful clicking, locking or popping of the jaw. The range of the joint may also be limited with a disorder present and may not allow the patient to fully open their mouth.
Pain in the area can be caused by a number of reasons. Issues with the joint itself can often causing locking or clicking that is associated with pain.
In some individuals, a hypermobile jaw may be associated with pain, though TMJ disorder is often related to trauma, habitual teeth grinding and increased stress levels.
A thorough assessment, including clinical examination and history taking, is important in identifying contributing factors to the disorder. Care for jaw pain may include the following modalities:
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Jaw pain may seem minor at first; however locking of the jaw or difficulty eating can indicate the need for further care. If your symptoms continue or become more noticeable, we recommend booking an appointment with our supportive team.
Treatment timeframes vary from person to person and are influenced by factors such as cause, symptom severity, and how the body responds. While some individuals experience improvement early on, others may benefit from continued care.
Certain treatments like dry needling may appear confronting initially. Our team at Symmetree Osteopathy prioritises your comfort by using up-to-date techniques and tailoring care to suit your personal needs and preferences.
Our osteopath near Mill Park team delivers personalised care to local residents and those in surrounding suburbs.
At Symmetree Osteopathy, we prioritise your health and comfort at every visit. If jaw pain is affecting your everyday routine, book an appointment and attend our Mill Park clinic for considered, patient-focused care.