Jaw pain and TMJ dysfunction are commonly missed, and often sit alongside neck pain, headaches and teeth grinding. Physiotherapy can make a real difference here, usually within a handful of sessions.

What we treat

TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction
Jaw clicking, locking and limited opening
Clenching and grinding-related pain
Jaw pain associated with neck problems
Headaches and facial pain of jaw origin
Post-dental-procedure jaw stiffness

Signs and symptoms

Clicking, popping or grating when opening the mouth
Difficulty opening wide, or the jaw catching
Aching around the jaw, ear or temple
Pain chewing tougher foods
Waking with a tight, tired jaw

How we treat it

Hands-on jaw joint and muscle treatment
Dry needling for the chewing muscles
Jaw control and relaxation exercises
Treatment of the neck where it contributes
Habit, posture and stress-related advice

This page is general information, not a diagnosis. Symptoms overlap between conditions, so the right treatment depends on an assessment. If your pain followed a significant injury, is getting worse, or comes with numbness, weakness or unexplained weight loss, please see your GP.

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No referral needed. Our physiotherapists across Seaton will assess what is going on and talk you through the plan.

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Other areas we treat

Neck Back Shoulder Arm Wrist Hip Knee Leg Foot Chronic Neurological