What is Jaw Rehabilitation?

Although jaw joint pain, that is, Temporamandibular Joint pain, is quite common in our society, it is a disorder that is ignored or ignored. Did you know that disorders or problems in the temporamandibular joint are the cause of head and neck pain and even some nerve problems?

What is jaw joint pain?

Problems that usually manifest themselves with pain can sometimes manifest themselves with sounds coming from the joint, displacement of the joint, and some limitations in joint movements. The jaw cannot fully perform its functions or pain may be felt when moving it. These problems are also called Costen Syndrome.

Sometimes jaw pain may be felt due to inflammatory conditions in the joint or due to jaw or cheek muscles. Actions such as eating, speaking, swallowing and breathing are negatively affected.

What causes jaw pain? What are the risk factors?

• Anatomical structure or congenital jaw joint problems

• Dental problems

• Traumas, blows, falls, accidents

• Some rheumatoid diseases

• Infections

• Acquired harmful habits

• Systemic diseases

• Previous jaw operations

What are the symptoms for jaw joint pain?

• Pain felt in the joint or jaw when chewing, talking or laughing

• Shifting or protrusion of the jaw

• Teeth clenching

• Tenderness in the joint or jaw

• Restrictions or locks

• Headaches

• Neck pain

• Sounds

How is it diagnosed?

It is diagnosed through physical examination and patient history.

Treatment for jaw joint pain:

The jaw joint is a very complex structure. Therefore, their treatment requires the same care and attention. First of all, the cause of the pain must be found and eliminated.

If there is acute inflammation, it should be supported with medications. Ice is one of the treatments that responds well to pain. Massage, jaw exercises, myofascial releases, manual therapy, osteopathy, and physical therapy agents are among the treatment methods you can apply depending on the cause of your pain or your problem.