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TMJ, TMD and Facial Pain
TMJ stands for the "Temporo-Mandibular Joint". This joint is commonly referred to as the "jaw joint". There are actually 2 of these joints, a left and a right. They are located immediately forward of the ear canal. People know very little of their TMJ until they have a problem with it. They then refer to the problem as "having TMJ". It should more appropriately be referred to as TMD, for "Temporo-Mandibular Disorder". Nevertheless, when people say "they have TMJ", what they mean is that "they have TMD". For further understanding of the inner workings of the jaw joints, click here.
Sometimes the pain is associated with and emanating from the jaw joints. Sometimes though, there are muscles or nerves which are the culprits.
TMJ disorders, nerve pain or muscle pain can become debilitating at times. Missed time from work, school, family and loved ones are common consequences of living with the disease. Learn about ways to treat TMJ disorders
Sleep Apnea and Disordered Breathing
Sleep apnea is one of many disorders collectively referred to as Sleeping Disorders.
Sleep apnea is a life threatening condition and should be taken quite seriously. The damage from sleep apnea is additive over time. Meaning it takes many many years for someone to suffer the ultimate consequence of sleep apnea. In a nutshell, sleep apnea reduces the quality of your life and longevity. It impacts you both personally and professionally. There are several choices when it comes to treatment of sleep apnea. It is important to get help for this condition so it doesn't spiral out of control. Learn more about Sleep Apnea Therapy.
Migraines and Other Headaches
Headaches create great havoc on the mind and the body. They can be due to the presence or absence of another chemical or substance. Any coffee drinker can vouch for the headache after 24 hours of no caffeine! These types of headaches are common and most easily treated. Other headaches though, like Migraines or Cluster or Tension headaches, are not so easily treatable. This is perhaps in part due to us not knowing what causes exactly causes these headaches. In treating headaches of any nature, it is best to help the body heal itself. Learn more about treatment options for Headaches Therapy here.