At PDR, we use various modalities and treatment techniques to decrease the muscle spasms, pain and inflammation associated with TMJ disorders, as well as to promote soft tissue healing. Exercises help to restore normal range of motion of the jaw by decreasing muscle spasms, improving flexibility and increasing strength. Our specialized spinal rehabilitation program is aimed at improving head posture, neck strength and jaw alignment, which in turn helps to decrease muscular tightness.

PDR’s TMJ/Cervical Pain Program may be an excellent addition to a patient’s current dental treatment plan. Through this team approach, quicker, more effective, longer lasting and/or permanent relief from TMJ disorders can be obtained.

Conditions Treated

• Neck Pain
• Chronic Pain Syndromes
• Disc Disorders
• Jaw Pain
• Mid and Low Back Dysfunctions
• Tension and Migraine Headaches
• Muscular Disorders
• Nerve Compression Syndromes
• Postural Syndrome
• Repetitive Stress Injuries
• Post-Traumatic Injuries
• Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Treatment Techniques

• MedX Cervical Rehabilitation
• Acupressure
• Core Training and Stabilization
• Ergonomic Assessment and Correction
• Joint Mobilization
• Manual Traction
• McKenzie Techniques
• Modalities (Iontophoresis, Ultrasound, Electrical Stimulation, Hot/Cold Packs)
• Muscle Energy Techniques
• Muscular Re-Education and Strengthening Programs
• Myofascial Release Techniques
• Active Release Techniques
• Strain-Counterstrain
• Postural Retraining
• Soft Tissue Massage
• Kinesiotaping

Our Team:

All of our physicians and advanced practice therapists (physical and occupational) have undergone postgraduate training in specific manual therapy techniques used in the treatment of TMJ disorders. In addition, certification in the use of our MedX spinal rehabilitation equipment is a requirement of all PDR clinicians.