Rehabilitation of the temporomandibular joint 

The temporomandibular joint is one of the most mobile joints of the human body and is susceptible to dysfunction from an early age. The causes of problems and pain in the temporomandibular joint can vary, but are most often caused by injury, prolonged stressful grinding of the teeth during sleep, genetic predispositions or direct problems with the teeth, whether inflammatory or otherwise. In the long term, disorders of the function of this joint itself can result in various pathologies, such as pain in the jaw, teeth and head in the form of migraine, neuralgia, mobility disorders and blockages in the jaw, arthritic changes in the joint and pain in the cervical spine.

When to see a specialist? 

If you have the following problems, you should start treatment for your temporomandibular joint:

• Pain in the jaw area
• Difficulty opening your mouth and locking your jaw
• Crepitations (popping and cracking) in the jaw area
• Dizziness and a whistling sensation in the ears
• Migraines and pain in the cervical spine 

Treatment procedure

Treatment begins with a thorough diagnosis of the sciatica and cervical spine, followed by a rehabilitation programme that is individually tailored to each patient. Rehabilitation consists of mobilisation and relaxation of the sciatic and cervical spine. The therapist then prescribes several exercises to strengthen the weakened parts in order to restore the stability of the temporomandibular joint. With the help of properly chosen treatment, the patient will get relief from pain, increase the range of mobility in the temporomandibular joint and improve the posture of the body from a comprehensive point of view.