Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD, TMJD) is a generalized label given to disfunction or issues relating to the Temporomandibular joint.
The Temporomandibular Joint
The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are the two joints connecting the jawbone to the skull
Causes of TMJ Dysfunction
Physical
1. Trauma
2. Emotions
3. Bruxism (Grinding)
4. Occlusions
5. Stress
Nutritional
1. Pyruvic acid – O2 – CO2 – H2O
2. Pryuvic acid – (no O2) – Lactic Acid
3. Ca – contraction
4. Mag – Relax
5. Pota – remove toxins
Functional
1. Rocking – are they guarding?
2. Atlas Glide –