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TMJ Disorders: More Than Just Jaw Pain—A PT Perspective

Introduction: Why TMJ Pain Goes Beyond the Jaw When you hear “TMJ disorder,” you might picture only jaw pain—the clicking or locking that makes everyday activities like eating or speaking uncomfortable. However, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders can trigger headaches, ear pain, neck tension, and even poor sleep quality. Brown University Health’s overview on TMJ explains […]