• TMJ Conditions and Jaw Pain

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Live Pain-Free.

Did you know your jaw (temporomandibular joint or TMJ) is one of the most active joints in the body?
Every time you talk, eat, or yawn, you’re using it! Like any other joint, your TMJ can become painful, stiff, or overworked - but physiotherapy can help restore comfort and function.

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Common Causes

  • Muscle tension or clenching (bruxism)

  • Poor posture or stress

  • Previous dental procedures or trauma

  • Joint misalignment or bite issues

  • Neck dysfunction contributing to TMJ pain

Our Approach to TMJ Conditions and Jaw Pain

Bea Francisco, registered physiotherapist in Kelowna at Movemed Physiotherapy performing holistic treatment for TMJ and jaw pain

Our goal is to not only relieve your pain but to restore function and help you feel confident moving, speaking, and eating without discomfort

Treatment Techniques

At MoveMed Physiotherapy, we take a holistic approach to treating jaw and TMJ-related conditions - assessing how the jaw, neck, posture, and even the pelvis work together.

Depending on your specific case, your treatment plan may include a variety of evidence-based techniques such as manual therapy, postural retraining, exercise therapy, relaxation strategies, and even jaw intramuscular stimulation (IMS) when appropriate.

  • Bea Francisco, TMJ and Jaw pain specialist performing manual therapy such as TMJ intramuscular stimulation

    Manual Therapy

    Hands-on techniques to relieve tension, improve alignment, and restore jaw movement

  • Bea Francisco, TMJ and jaw pain specialist performing exercises withc lient for TMJ conditions and jaw pain

    Mobity and Strengthening

    Targeted exercises to improve jaw control, flexibility, and function

  • Bea Francisco, TMJ and jaw pain specialist performing a postural assessment on aa client

    Relaxation and Posture Retraining

    Reduce tension and improve posture to ease strain on your jaw and neck

  • Kaz Kikuchi, registered physiotherapist educating a client on TMJ and jaw pain

    Education and Self-Management

    Understand your symptoms and learn strategies to manage and prevent flare-ups

What we treat

  • Jaw pain or stiffness

  • Clicking, popping, or grinding sounds

  • Locking when opening or closing the mouth

  • Headaches or facial tension

  • Ear symptoms (blocked ear, ringing, or pressure)

  • Neck and posture-related jaw pain

Visit Us

Unit 101 - 2040 Springfield Rd
Kelowna, BC V1Y 9N7

Hours
Monday - Thursday: 7am - 7pm
Friday: 9am - 7pm

(778) 940-6495

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