TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction can affect the joint that connects the jaw to the skull, causing symptoms such as clicking, popping, locking, difficulty opening the mouth and discomfort when chewing or speaking. It can also contribute to headaches, facial tension and neck discomfort.

It can be due to bruxism at night, or teeth clenching and stress, jaw misalignment due to cranial strain patterns or sport/accident trauma.

At Osteopatía del Mar, we assess the TMJ as part of a connected system, looking at movement patterns, muscle tension and posture to help improve lignment and proper bite patterns, bring comfort and restore function.