Do you have TMJ (Jaw) pain?
Want to know what can be done about it?

Is TMJ Disorder or Jaw Pain Holding You Back?

TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. Pain and stiffness in this joint, often called TMJ disorder (TMD), are commonly linked with stress, tension headaches, poor posture and bruxism (teeth grinding or jaw clenching). TMJ symptoms vary from an annoying niggle where your jaw clicks when you chew, to jaw pain on one side, pain around the ear, or a severe pain that stops you opening your mouth and talking properly, literally making it feel like life is on hold.

TMJ Treatment in Marlow from Experienced Osteopaths

At Hands on Health in Marlow, our experienced osteopaths specialise in assessing and treating TMJ (jaw) pain. Our three GOsC-registered osteopaths, led by clinic founder Jane Kaushal (DO, over 25 years of clinical experience), bring nearly 50 years of combined experience. Using gentle hands-on techniques, including soft tissue work and jaw release, we are dedicated to providing effective relief from TMJ pain for patients across Marlow, High Wycombe, Maidenhead, Bourne End and Beaconsfield.

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Our Process: How We Treat TMJ (Jaw) Pain

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Step 1: Assessment and Diagnosis

We start with a detailed case history and a thorough examination of your jaw movement, neck and posture to understand what is contributing to your TMJ pain.
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Step 2: Hands-On Treatment

Using gentle osteopathic techniques such as soft tissue work, jaw release and mobilisation, we aim to ease tension around the jaw, neck and shoulders and improve how the joint moves.
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Step 3: Your Personalised Plan

You leave with a plan tailored to you, including simple jaw exercises, posture advice and guidance on managing clenching, so you can keep progressing between visits.

Effective Solutions for TMJ (Jaw) Pain

Targeted Relief: Our approach focuses on easing TMJ pain, jaw tension, tension headaches and restricted jaw movement, helping you get back to eating, talking and sleeping comfortably.

Holistic Treatment: We provide a comprehensive plan that addresses the underlying contributors to TMJ disorder, including stress, posture and bruxism (teeth grinding).

Long-Term Support: We combine hands-on treatment with jaw exercises and self-care advice to help you manage your TMJ symptoms well beyond your appointment.

When Should You Consider Treatment Options for TMJ?

Occasional jaw clicking without pain is common and often just needs keeping an eye on. It is worth looking at treatment options for TMJ if you notice:

  • Jaw pain, tension or tiredness that lasts more than a couple of weeks or keeps coming back
  • Clicking, popping or locking that is painful or getting worse
  • Difficulty opening your mouth fully, chewing or yawning comfortably
  • Pain around the ear, temples or face, or frequent tension headaches
  • Waking with a sore or tight jaw, or clenching or grinding your teeth (bruxism)
  • Symptoms that are affecting your eating, talking or sleep

An early assessment can help identify what is contributing to your jaw pain, so you can start treatment before the problem becomes more established. If you have sudden severe pain, facial swelling, a jaw injury or you cannot close your mouth, please seek urgent medical advice. Otherwise, book online or call 01628 474805 to arrange your TMJ assessment in Marlow.

TMJ (Jaw) Pain: Frequently Asked Questions

TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. TMJ disorder (TMD) is the term for pain or restricted movement in this joint and the muscles around it. It is often linked with stress, posture and clenching or grinding your teeth (bruxism).
Common TMJ symptoms include jaw pain (often on one side), clicking or popping when you chew or yawn, difficulty opening your mouth fully, pain around the ear, tension headaches and a tight or tired jaw. If you have sudden severe pain, facial swelling or cannot close your mouth, please seek urgent medical advice.
Yes. Osteopaths use gentle hands-on techniques to ease muscle tension in and around the jaw, neck and shoulders, improve how the joint moves and address contributing factors such as posture and stress. Our osteopaths are GOsC-registered and will assess whether osteopathy is right for you, referring you to your GP or dentist if needed.
It can. Tension in the jaw muscles can refer pain to the temples, head and ear, which is why TMJ problems are sometimes mistaken for ear problems or tension headaches. An assessment helps identify whether your jaw is contributing to your symptoms.
Many people find their TMJ symptoms improve with the right care, but the outcome depends on the cause, so we cannot promise a permanent cure. Gentle jaw exercises can help, and your osteopath will show you exercises suited to you rather than a generic routine, alongside advice on posture, stress and clenching.
Your first appointment lasts 60 minutes and includes a detailed case history and examination, followed by treatment if appropriate. We will explain our findings and agree a personalised plan. You do not need a GP referral to see an osteopath. We are at 278 Marlow Bottom, Marlow SL7 3PT with free parking, and welcome patients from High Wycombe, Maidenhead, Bourne End, Beaconsfield and the surrounding villages. Book online or call 01628 474805.

Relieve Your TMJ (Jaw) Pain in Marlow Today

Ready to take the next step? Book your appointment now.

Book online or call us on 01628 474805 to arrange your TMJ assessment with one of our osteopaths. Evening and Saturday appointments are available, with free parking at the clinic.

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Hands on Health @ 278

278 Marlow Bottom,
Marlow, Bucks
SL7 3PT

01628 474805

jane@handsonhealth-marlow.co.uk

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