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TMJ Pain Treatment in Colchester, Vermont

Resolve jaw pain and tension. Get effective chiropractic care to restore jaw function, relieve muscle tension, and improve the quality of your life.

Understanding TMJ Dysfunction

Temporomandibular Joint dysfunction (TMJD) can significantly impact your daily life, making simple actions like talking, chewing, and yawning uncomfortable or painful. The TMJ works like a hinge, connecting your jaw to your skull. When this essential joint isn’t functioning properly, it can lead to many different problems. 

At Mahoney Chiropractic Group, we focus on restoring proper joint mechanics of the jaw, reducing tension, and addressing the dysfunction that often extends into the neck and head.

A patient being treated for jaw pain with a machine
Dr. Eniel Rolon treating a headache with Chiropractic services.

Common Symptoms of TMJ Dysfunction

  • Jaw Pain or Soreness: Dull ache to sharp pain in the joint or surrounding muscles.
  • Clicking or Popping Sounds: Often heard when opening or closing the mouth.
  • Headaches: TMJ dysfunction frequently causes tension headaches around the temples or behind the eyes.
  • Earaches: Pain in or around the ear is often referred from the jaw.
  • Difficulty Chewing: Pain when eating or difficulty opening your mouth wide.
  • Neck & Shoulder Pain: Strain and tension in the muscles in neck and shoulder which are intricately connected to the jaw.
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Hands-on chiropractic pressure applied to patient’s upper back during treatment.

Common Causes of TMJ Dysfunction

  • Bruxism (Teeth Grinding and Clenching): This habit puts significant stress on the TMJ and surrounding muscles.
  • Muscle Stress and Tension: Chronic stress contributes to tension in the jaw and neck.
  • Poor Posture: Forward head posture from lots of time looking down at screens increases strain and stress on the jaw.
  • Jaw Injury: Trauma, such as a direct blow or whiplash, can injure the joint itself.

Improved Function. Reduced Tension.

We understand how frustrating constant TMJ pain can be—from being unable to eat comfortably to persistent tension headaches and clicking sounds.

At Mahoney Chiropractic Group, we offer a non-invasive, drug-free approach to addressing TMJ dysfunction. Our personalized treatment strategy is designed to provide relief and promote lasting healing by focusing on the underlying joint issue.

Our solutions are focused on:

  1. Restoring proper joint function through gentle adjustments of the jaw and neck.
  2. Reducing muscle tension in the jaw, neck, and shoulders.
  3. Improving overall nervous system function to enhance your quality of life and comfort.
  4. Alleviating referred pain, such as tension headaches and earaches.

What Our Patients Are Saying

Dr. Kenzie Mahoney treating a patient for jaw pain.
A patient being treated for jaw pain with personalized treatment.

What to Expect with Our TMJ Pain Treatment

Your care begins with a thorough consultation and physical evaluation to understand the root cause of your TMJ pain whether it stems from muscle tension, joint dysfunction, or posture.

Following this, we develop a customized treatment protocol utilizing a combination of gentle, targeted chiropractic adjustments, and advanced therapies like Class IV laser to restore your jaw mobility, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain.

How We Treat Your TMJ Dysfunction

At Mahoney Chiropractic Group, we use a combination of therapies designed to restore function and relieve pain your TMJ pain:

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Chiropractic Adjustments

Gentle adjustments of the jaw (TMJ) and neck (cervical spine) to improve joint function and decrease stress on the surrounding muscles and nerves.

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Class IV Laser Therapy

A cutting-edge technology that delivers high-powered light energy deep into the tissues around your TMJ, reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and accelerating your body's natural healing process.

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Chiropractor using a handheld therapy device on a patient’s upper back and shoulder.

EPAT Shockwave Therapy

This non-invasive therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and release chronic tension and trigger points.

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Spinal Rehabilitation

Specific spinal rehabilitation to restore proper spinal movement, reduce chronic strain on the TMJ, and create long-term stability.

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Meet The Team

Dr. Eniel Rolon a Doctor of Chiropractic and Owner at Mahoney Chiropractic Group

Dr. Eniel Rolon

Doctor of Chiropractic, Owner

Dr. Rolon’s goal is to help you move past pain and return to a life of ease. He recognizes that spinal health is the foundation of total body function. Whether you are struggling.....

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Dr. Kenzie Mahoney a Doctor of Chiropractic and Owner at Mahoney Chiropractic Group

Dr. Kenzie Mahoney

Doctor of Chiropractic, Owner

Dr. Kenzie focuses on improving function and ease of movement so her patients can enjoy their lives to the fullest. Believing that a well-aligned spine and nervous system are the b.....

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Colleen Senior Practice Coordinator at mahoney chiropractic group

Colleen

Senior Practice Coordinator

Colleen has been a dedicated leader of the MCG team since 2015, bringing extensive experience and caring to the role of Senior Practice Coordinator. She oversees the day-to-day ope.....

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Tegan a Practice Coordinator at mahoney chiropractic group

Tegan

Practice Coordinator

Tegan helps keep our office running smoothly and ensures every patient receives seamless care. Tegan serves as our in-house Social Media Design Guru, managing our online presence a.....

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Your Questions, Answered.

What causes TMJ dysfunction?

TMJ Dysfunction commonly stems from chronic muscle strain and tension, teeth grinding, poor posture and jaw injuries to the joint itself.

What is TMJ dysfunction (TMD)?

Tempomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD) is a problem with the jaw joint and the surrounding muscles that control jaw motion. TMD symptoms commonly include jaw pain, tenderness, clicking, limited mobility, and pain that radiates to the ear, neck or head.

Can chiropractic care help with TMJ pain?

Yes, absolutely. TMD is often linked to joint dysfunction and stress in the upper neck and muscular tension in the neck and face. We use a combination of gentle, targeted chiropractic adjustments to the neck and jaw joint and advanced therapy like Class IV laser to relieve pain, reduce inflammation and restore normal joint motion to heal your TMD.

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