TMJ Pain Relief with Chiropractic Therapy in Noblesville

Because injury to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is usually quite painful, we do our best to help our Noblesville patients find relief as quickly and effectively as possible. In fact, Dr. Dahlager will tell you that the medical research shows just how much chiropractic care can help ease soreness in the jaw.

Research Shows Chiropractic Therapy Helps With TMJ Pain and Discomfort

For example, one study published in Physiotherapy Theory and Practice included 15 patients with temporomandibular disorders who were managed with neck adjustments, middle-back adjustments, and trigger point therapy via dry needling. Individuals were evaluated prior to these methods and at two weeks and two months post-treatment. They reported positive outcomes such as reduced pain, greater jaw mobility, and lower disability at both follow-ups.

Another clinical study carried out an analysis of almost 800 studies involving manual and manipulative therapy for conditions such as TMJ and revealed similar results. The authors concluded that there is a "fair...level of evidence" that chiropractic care can help ease discomfort associated with jaw pain and other upper extremity disorders.

This is great news since the causes of TMJ are largely unknown. While trauma to the jaw area can cause pain symptoms, there are other sources to consider as well, such as grinding teeth, arthritis, and clenching of the jaw due to stress.

Dr. Dahlager Can Help Patients Find Comfort From TMJ Discomfort

No matter what is making your jaw ache, call Dr. Dahlager today and schedule an appointment to come into our Noblesville clinic. We'll do our best to help you smile pain-free!

Studies

• Gonzalez-Iglesias J et al. (2013, November). Mobilization with movement, thoracic spine manipulation, and dry needling for the management of temporomandibular disorder: a prospective case series. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice;29(8):586-95
• Brantingham J et al. (2013, March-April). Manipulative and multimodal therapy for upper extremity and temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics;36(3):143-201
• Oral Care. WebMD. Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/temporomandibular-disorders-tmd on November 2, 2015