Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome affects millions of individuals each year. This often painful condition can create discomfort in the jaw, face, head, neck, and shoulders, interfering with basic daily functions such as chewing, speaking, or even resting comfortably. For many living in the Tampa Bay area, conventional treatments often focus on managing symptoms rather than resolving underlying tension patterns. However, Rolfing offers a hands-on, holistic approach that considers the body’s alignment as a whole to relieve TMJ-related discomfort from the inside out. Understanding TMJ Syndrome Beyond the Jaw TMJ Syndrome is a temporomandibular joint disorder that connects the jawbone to the skull. The symptoms vary from jaw pain to clicking and popping, stiffness, headaches, and pain upon opening or closing the mouth. Even though some relief is often granted through dental treatment, orthodontia, or splints, in the majority of individuals, the pain and tension continue. This is because TMJ symptoms are not strictly limited to the jaw. Imbalance in the head, neck, and shoulder structures can all cause the jaw […] Continue reading
