Tag: tmj
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The Hidden Link Between Jaw Tension and Headaches
Have you ever noticed your headaches flare up after a stressful day of clenching your jaw? You’re not alone. Many people don’t realise that jaw tension is one of the most overlooked contributors to headaches. As a myotherapist, I see this connection every week in clinic — and the good news is, once you understand…
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What Is TMJ Dysfunction—and How Can Myotherapy Help?
If you’ve ever felt a dull ache near your jaw, heard a click when you yawn, or struggled to chew your favourite meal, you might be dealing with Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) dysfunction. It’s more common than you think—and thankfully, it’s something myotherapy can help with. What Is the TMJ? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the…
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Why You Shouldn’t Ignore That Headache: The Power of Myotherapy
We’ve all been there — reaching for painkillers during a pounding headache, hoping for relief so we can just get through the day. But what if the solution isn’t just masking the pain, but actually treating the root cause? Enter: myotherapy. As a hands-on therapy that assesses, treats, and prevents musculoskeletal pain, myotherapy is a…
