Assessment for Jaw Pain by Gonstead Chiropractors at Taman Melawati, Ampang
Gonstead Chiropractic and Jaw Pain
Jaw pain can be a debilitating condition that can cause a disruption to your daily life. Some patients may experience pain, clicking or even a “stuck” feeling with eating, laughing and sometimes even talking. This can have a detrimental effect on a patient physically and emotionally.
Let’s dig deeper and find out how jaw injuries can happen.
Understanding the mechanism of jaw pain
The jaw or also known as the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) can be a source of pain and discomfort arising due to inflammation and dysfunction of the joint. Common symptoms of a jaw (TMJ) dysfunction are ;
- Difficulty chewing or speaking
- A clicking or popping sound in the jaw
- Pain around the ear area
- Facial Pain
- Headaches
- A locking sensation in the jaw
If you happen to experience any of the above symptoms, it is important to get the jaw checked and examined by a Gonstead Chiropractor for potential misalignment. A jaw or TMJ can typically be misaligned due to a trauma to the jaw. It could be due to trying to bite on something too large or too hard. It could also be a direct blow to the jaw by falling or taking a punch to the face.
The second most common cause of a jaw pain could be originating from the neck region (cervical spine). This is due to the fact that a misalignment in the cervical area could cause an impingement in the nerve roots that exit the cervical spine which may be supplying nerve input into the jaw (TMJ) area.
The Gonstead Chiropractic Approach to Jaw Pain
Gonstead Chiropractors are Chiropractors who practice the Gonstead System. A gonstead Chiropractor will always go through a thorough analysis and assessment of the spine and the jaw as well. This is important to determine if the cause of the jaw pain is coming from the neck or the actual jaw itself. Once the root cause has been identified, the Gonstead Chiropractor will usually refer for the appropriate X-ray to confirm the findings.
Upon reviewing the X-ray, and confirming the findings, a gentle and precise adjustment is applied to sometimes both the misaligned neck and jaw, depending on the findings. An appropriate treatment plan catered to the patient’s case will be recommended by the Gonstead Chiropractor.
Elevate Chiropractic at Taman Melawati, Ampang.
We are a Chiropractic center who are experts in utilizing the Gonstead System located in the serene township of Taman Melawati, Ampang. Our Gonstead Chiropractors attend regular trainings and seminars in Australia for continuous development. Together, our team provides you an accumulation of 10 YEARS of experience. We prioritize the analysis, education and precise adjustment given to all our patients in order to deliver a top notch Gonstead chiropractic experience to our local communities.
Visit us to identify the cause and find the solution to your jaw pain in Taman Melawati, Ampang.
Jaw pain can significantly affect daily activities. Find effective relief with Gonstead chiropractic care in Taman Melawati, Ampang