How a Registered Massage Therapist Can Help With Jaw Pain

We often tense our jaw muscles without even realizing it as there’s certainly enough going on this world to make us grit our teeth a little. Take a moment to check in with your jaw – is it clenched, or is it relaxed? Many people unknowingly carry tension in this incredibly strong appendage, whether due to habit, stress, or the random mysterious forces that adorn us every day. This can result in discomfort and tenderness in the jaw area, extending up to the ears.

Jaw pain typically involves aching or discomfort when chewing or moving the jaw muscles. It’s often caused by teeth clenching or grinding, and if left untreated, it can lead to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ or TMD)

If you’re experiencing pain, muscle spasms in the jaw, neck, or shoulders, headaches, clicking sounds when moving your jaw, a locked jaw, or dizziness, TMJ could be the culprit. A skilled RMT can be an effective and helpful in treating this condition.

Massage techniques can be applied to the jaw, neck, and shoulder muscles to target trigger points and help relax the area. Techniques like myofascial release and craniosacral therapy can also be beneficial. In addition to relieving pain and tension, massage therapy improves blood flow to the muscles. After a massage session, daily exercises may be suggested to help manage the pain.

For more information on how massage therapy with a Vancouver RMT can help treat TMJ, check out the article Benefits of Using Massage Therapy to Treat TMJ.

Broadway Wellness is a multi-disciplinary healthcare clinic that has been located in the Fairview area of Vancouver, BC since 2004. Our Vancouver clinic provides the services of highly trained and well-reviewed practitioners in the areas of Registered Massage Therapy, Naturopathic Medicine, and Acupuncture.