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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders and Massage Overview

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Massage therapy is used to promote well-being, relaxation, pain-reduction, stress-relief, musculoskeletal injury healing, sleep enhancement, and quality-of-life. A common goal of therapy is to "help the body heal itself." Although massage has been suggested as a possible treatment for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, scientific evidence is lacking in this area. Further research is needed to determine if massage can help reduce symptoms of TMJ disorders.
    
Avoid with bleeding disorders, low platelet counts, or if on blood-thinning medications (such as heparin or warfarin/Coumadin®). Areas should not be massaged where there are fractures, weakened bones from osteoporosis or cancer, open/healing skin wounds, skin infections, recent surgery, or blood clots. Use cautiously with a history of physical abuse because it may cause pain on affected areas of the body. Use cautiously if pregnant or breastfeeding. Massage should not be used as a substitute for more proven therapies for medical conditions. Massage should not cause pain to the client. 		Massage

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Chiropractic therapy for Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
Chiropractic care focuses on how the relationship between musculoskeletal structure (mainly the spine) and bodily function (mainly nervous system) affects health. There is not enough reliable scientific evidence to conclude ....

 

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Alexander technique for Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
The Alexander technique is an educational program that teaches movement patterns and postures. The technique is used to improve coordination and balance, reduce tension, relieve pain, alleviate fatigue, improve medical ....

 

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Acupuncture for Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
Acupuncture is commonly used throughout the world. According to Chinese medicine theory, the human body contains a network of energy pathways through which vital energy, called "chi," circulates. These pathways ....

 

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Glucosamine for Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
Glucosamine is a natural compound that is found in healthy cartilage. There is a lack of sufficient evidence to recommend for or against the use of glucosamine (or the combination ....

 

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TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) for Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a non-invasive technique in which a low-voltage electrical current is delivered through wires from a small power unit to electrodes located on the skin. ....

 

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