TMJ & Jaw Pain Relief in Langford BC
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction causes jaw clicking, pain while chewing, ear fullness, and persistent headaches. Our clinical Registered Massage Therapy in Langford utilizes precise myofascial release on the masticatory muscles, delivered by dual-credentialed RMT & Athletic Therapist Daryl Stubbs.
Releasing the Muscular Drivers of Jaw Clenching & TMJ Pain
The jaw is one of the most frequently used joints in the human body. Stress clenching (bruxism), dental trauma, or forward-head posture creates extreme muscular tension that displaces the TMJ articular disc:
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Masseter & Temporalis Trigger Point DeactivationReleasing the large chewing muscles along the cheek and temples that generate massive clamping force, using clinical myofascial release therapy.
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Medial & Lateral Pterygoid ReleaseTargeting the deep pterygoid muscles responsible for jaw lateral excursion and disc stabilization, eliminating clicking and deviation on opening.
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Cervical Spine & Suboccipital UnwindingThe trigeminocervical nucleus connects jaw pain directly to the upper neck. Releasing the neck is critical to lasting TMJ recovery. For combined headache symptoms, read our headache relief guide.
TMJ Clinical Assessment Protocol
What occurs during your TMJ appointment:
Convenient Wale Road Location (Free Parking)
Located inside Coastal Offices at 132–328 Wale Rd #120, Colwood/Langford border. Easily accessible from Millstream, Westhills, and Downtown Langford.