TMJ Pain
The temporomandibular joint is the joint of the jaw and is frequently referred to as TMJ. There are two of these joints, one on either side of the jaw and work in unison. TMJ pain can be manifest in a number of ways and this TMJ pain can seem unconnected to its cause in the temporomandibular joint.
TMJ pain can also be signposted by some symptoms such as a clicking and popping of the temporomandibular joint caused by lack of cartilage at the rear hinge point and grinding sounds caused by irregular bone surface at the rear hinge point.
Problems with the temporomandibular joint can cause dizziness, a symptom caused by lack of blood flow to the brain when blood vessels are obstructed, and sensitivity to light due to tri-geminal nerve connection with the eyes.
Headaches and migraine headaches can be attributed to TMJ pain and be caused by pressure of the ball (condyle) of the joint pushing on weak bone structure at the rear of the joint.
Severe TMJ pain all over the head is caused by pinching of nerves due to extreme misalignment of the TMJ. Pain in the neck is generally caused by stress on muscles due to a misaligned bite originating in the temporomandibular joint. Similarly, earache can be caused by pressure on the ear canal.
If you suffer from any of these symptoms you may be suffering from TMJ pain and be unaware of the cause. Seek medical advice from your GP if you think you are suffering TMJ pain.
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| September 1, 2010 at 3:03 pm | No comment
