TMJ treatment in NW Calgary
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull. When it, or the muscles around it, become irritated you may feel jaw pain, clicking, locking, headaches or stiffness, often worse in the morning or after eating. Physiotherapy is one of the most common treatments for TMJ problems, also called TMD (temporomandibular disorders), and at Crowchild Physiotherapy you can book directly, with no referral.
Open 7 days a week, weekdays until 7 pm
Signs of a TMJ problem
- Pain in the jaw, in front of the ear or in the temples
- Clicking, popping or grating when you open your mouth
- Difficulty opening wide, or the jaw catching or locking
- Headaches and facial or neck tension
- Clenching or grinding, especially at night
TMJ problems can follow dental work, an injury such as whiplash or an airbag, stress-related clenching, or posture habits.
How we treat TMJ pain
Gentle joint and soft-tissue techniques for the jaw, only with your agreement.
For tight jaw and neck muscles when it suits your plan.
Movement and control exercises to restore smooth opening and closing.
Neck and head position at work and on screens, which often affects the jaw.
What to change in eating, sleep and daily habits to calm the joint.
If you see a dentist for your jaw
If you wear a night guard or see a dentist or orthodontist for your jaw, tell your physiotherapist so your treatment fits with theirs.
Insurance and direct billing
We bill most benefit plans directly; jaw pain after a car accident is billed to your auto insurer.
Questions about TMJ treatment
Anything else? Send us a request and the front desk will get back to you. Open 7 days a week, weekdays until 7 pm.
Can physiotherapy help with TMJ?
Do I need a referral from my dentist?
How many visits will I need?
Ready to book?
Call 403-300-0963 or visit us during clinic hours. We are open seven days a week in Brentwood Village, NW Calgary, and bill most benefit plans directly.
Open 7 days a week, weekdays until 7 pm
Get in touch today
Next to London Drugs and FreshCo in Brentwood Village Shopping Centre. Free parking, and a short walk from Brentwood CTrain station.
Get in touch
Send a booking request and the front desk will call or email you back to find a time that suits you.
Book an appointmentOpen 7 days a week, weekdays until 7 pm
Get directionsSuite 312A, 3630 Brentwood Road NW, Calgary