Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome
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A friend of mine loves chocolates. He especially loves chocolates which have been frozen.
My friend's wife, however, suffers from Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. Her condition is exacerbated by the cold of the frozen candy. When asked, she was quite eager to share the symptoms of her condition.
I'm not generally surprised by the symptoms described, as I've performed much research on this condition to create my TMJ program. Some symptoms though, are surprising.
TMJ is actually just the temporomandibular joint. When people say they suffer from "TMJ" what they mean is that they suffer from a disorder or disorders of the joint.
This joint serves an important function by allowing us to chew food, yawn and talk. Made up of blood vessels, muscles, nerves and bones, TMJs are located on either side of the face in front of the ears. The TMJ is what connects the jawbone to the skull.
You can find this joint by placing your finger in front of your ear and then opening and closing your mouth. The jawbone can perform two movements - opening/closing the mouth and acting as a hinge and also a gliding action which allows you to open your mouth wide.
TMJ syndrome can occur when the joint becomes eroded and then slides out of alignment. Some medical conditions such as arthritis can cause damage to the cartilage making up the joint. An injury can also cause this syndrome.
TMJ syndrome can also be caused when the joint gets over used. When your dentist tells you not to grind your teeth, he or she is also referring to TMJ in addition to tooth erosion. Some people have this condition from birth due to over improper development of the joint.
Triggers which can bring on symptoms include: grinding one's teeth, drinking or eating cold things, lack of sleep, poor neck and face posture, exposure to cold air and stress.
TMJ syndrome affects women more than men. Experts say 5-15% of the population but agree the number is likely higher due to misdiagnosis.
Symptoms include: Headache, neck pain, difficulty opening and closing the mouth, pain or tenderness in the jaw, earache, pain in the face and a clicking sound when opening or closing the mouth.
Surgery is rarely required and most of the things that cause this condition can be corrected. For example, your dentist can create a "bite guard" to help you keep from grinding your teeth.
In my friend's wife's case it was all about temperature. Eating cold food or drinks or direct exposure to cold air or air-conditioning were triggers for her condition. Thanks to my TMJ program she was able to learn good habits to bring about relief to this disorder.
I've received excellent feedback about my TMJ program as well as my Migraine and Headache program from TMJ syndrome sufferers so I'm confident my all natural programs can work for you!
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My friend's wife, however, suffers from Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. Her condition is exacerbated by the cold of the frozen candy. When asked, she was quite eager to share the symptoms of her condition.
I'm not generally surprised by the symptoms described, as I've performed much research on this condition to create my TMJ program. Some symptoms though, are surprising.
TMJ is actually just the temporomandibular joint. When people say they suffer from "TMJ" what they mean is that they suffer from a disorder or disorders of the joint.
This joint serves an important function by allowing us to chew food, yawn and talk. Made up of blood vessels, muscles, nerves and bones, TMJs are located on either side of the face in front of the ears. The TMJ is what connects the jawbone to the skull.
You can find this joint by placing your finger in front of your ear and then opening and closing your mouth. The jawbone can perform two movements - opening/closing the mouth and acting as a hinge and also a gliding action which allows you to open your mouth wide.
TMJ syndrome can occur when the joint becomes eroded and then slides out of alignment. Some medical conditions such as arthritis can cause damage to the cartilage making up the joint. An injury can also cause this syndrome.
TMJ syndrome can also be caused when the joint gets over used. When your dentist tells you not to grind your teeth, he or she is also referring to TMJ in addition to tooth erosion. Some people have this condition from birth due to over improper development of the joint.
Triggers which can bring on symptoms include: grinding one's teeth, drinking or eating cold things, lack of sleep, poor neck and face posture, exposure to cold air and stress.
TMJ syndrome affects women more than men. Experts say 5-15% of the population but agree the number is likely higher due to misdiagnosis.
Symptoms include: Headache, neck pain, difficulty opening and closing the mouth, pain or tenderness in the jaw, earache, pain in the face and a clicking sound when opening or closing the mouth.
Surgery is rarely required and most of the things that cause this condition can be corrected. For example, your dentist can create a "bite guard" to help you keep from grinding your teeth.
In my friend's wife's case it was all about temperature. Eating cold food or drinks or direct exposure to cold air or air-conditioning were triggers for her condition. Thanks to my TMJ program she was able to learn good habits to bring about relief to this disorder.
I've received excellent feedback about my TMJ program as well as my Migraine and Headache program from TMJ syndrome sufferers so I'm confident my all natural programs can work for you!
EL331002
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Christian Goodman is recognized world wide for his breakthrough solutions to many complicated and even incurable conditions. His revolutionary TMJ Treatment program has helped thousands of people all over the world. Learn more about Christian and his solutions on his Alternative health blog.
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