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Temporomandibular joint has nothing to do with your neck joints. You may perceive like that.
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Can tmj cause neck and jaw pain?
TMJ is a disease that can indeed cause neck and jaw pain. In fact TMJ is diagnosed by these pains.
What are the best treatment options for TMJ?
To treat the pain of TMJ you can take an over the counter pain reliever such as aspirin, alieve, or Tylenol. Dentists typically treat TMJ by prescribing a special mouth guard to be worn during sleep to minimize teeth grinding which is often associated with TMJ.
Why do I still have constant neck pain when I had whiplash 3 years ago but it is getting worse?
Some of the pain can be from residual soft tissue damage. TMJ is another big contributor to neck pain. TMJ is a jaw condition that often occurs from car accidents. Treating TMJ requires a chiropractor. Cold laser therapy is also amazing for treating neck pain.
What is the main cause of jaw pain?
Jaw pain could be a symptom of TMJ, fibromyalgia, arthritis, sinus infections, teeth grinding, swollen glands, or dental problems.
What could be the cause of pain to the touch and tightness when your head is turned in the area behind your left ear about one inch toward the middle and just below the skull with no pimples?
It could be TMJ. It's a disorder with the jaw. It can cause pain with headaches, behind the head, the base of the skull. It can cause intense pain. Most patients go to the doctor with what they believe is an ear ache. TMJ is common and can be treated. It can cause neck pain, and should be looked into. Check the links section for a link to more info.
Why does my neck make clicking sounds and grinding nosies?
It is normal for the neck to make clicking sounds and grinding noises when the neck is moved. However, this can also mean something is wrong with the alignment of the spine. A medical professional will be able to assess if there is something wrong.
Can TMJ cause facial and eye twitching?
Fackin right it can i have big balls
Why can I crack my neck over and over when I roll it?
its just the muscles grinding i can do it to
Can extractions of teeth cause TMJ?
TMJ, or more accurately, TMD syndrome, is pain or pathology associated with the muscles, nerves, or bones of the temporal mandibular joint. Unless the dental infection has actually spread to the joint, it is not truly TMJ. On the other hand, dental pain can radiate to the TMJ, making it feel like there is a problem with the joint. Once the dental infection is cleared up, the TMJ pain should go away. It is best to have a qualified dentist or oral surgeon examine and evaluate the problem.
Can tmj cause you to suffering from sleep apnea and you had underbite correct surgery?
i had osteomitis surgery in the military and now have tmj headaches and sleep apnea and i never suffer from these condition before
Would pregnancy cause TMJ?
stress during pregnancy can lead to tempromandibular disorder
What would cause a grinding noise after a tire is replaced?
What would cause a grinding noise after a tire is replaced and the brakes are not worn?
