When treating TMJ, doctors will often prescribe pain relievers and/or muscle relaxants to treat symptoms while the patient waits for TMJ to go away on its own. A chiropractic doctor can help provide similar pain relief while also treating the root cause of TMJ. TMJ causes can range widely and can include:
- An injury
- Chronic teeth grinding and/or clenching
- Arthritis
- & More
Chiropractic TMJ treatment targets the joint, surrounding muscles, and the top two vertebrae of the neck to help loosen tight muscles and bring everything back into alignment. Using a specific analysis and an extremely gentle TMJ treatment method that includes localized massage, TMJ exercises, and an adjustment, our Ames chiropractors can help treat TMJ and provide lasting relief.