The TMJ is an overworked joint in the body and there are many people who may not be aware of what a TMJ disorder and its symptoms are. Known as the Tempero Mandibular Joint disorder, this is a condition that causes pain that is brought about by the tenderness in the joint situated between the lower jaw that is also called the mandible and the temporal bone of the skull.
The TMJ is made up of bones that are used for chewing, biting, swallowing, teeth grinding, jaw clenching, spitting and other similar movements that involve the mandible. The symptoms of this problem are chronic headaches, severe facial pain, clicking jaws, inability to extend the mandible without experiencing excruciating pain.
Prevention, of course, is one of the best cures for TMJ. It makes sense to avoid any movements of an already overused joint, i.e., do not chew gum, avoid teeth grinding and jaw clenching, talk sparingly when you know you have been talking too much previously, and maintain a good posture that does not additionally tax this joint. These simple tips do not completely guarantee that you will be TMJ disorder-free, but they can certainly help.
There are simple cures for TMJ and you can follow them easily. Mild massaging and stretching helps alleviate much of the pain. A mouth guard that is soaked in hot water for some time should be placed in your mouth so that you bite on it instead of grinding your teeth. This cure helps you to steady your jaw to some extent.
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