TMJ & Jaw Pain Physiotherapy in Winnipeg

Overview

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, causing pain, clicking, and limited jaw movement. An assessment can help determine whether physiotherapy is appropriate for your jaw symptoms and whether dental or medical assessment is also needed.

What We Treat

• Jaw pain and stiffness
• Clicking or popping sounds in the jaw
• Difficulty opening or closing the mouth
• Headaches related to jaw tension
• Ear pain or ringing (tinnitus)
• Facial muscle pain
• Bite alignment issues
• Teeth grinding (bruxism)

Our Treatment Approach

• Manual therapy to release jaw and neck muscles
• Joint mobilization techniques
• Postural correction and ergonomic advice
• Custom exercise programs for jaw mobility
• Stress management and relaxation techniques
• Education on jaw mechanics and habits

Care Goals

• Reduced jaw pain and discomfort
• Improved jaw mobility and function
• Decreased frequency of headaches
• Better sleep quality
• Enhanced ability to eat and speak comfortably

When to Seek Help

• Persistent jaw pain lasting more than a few days
• Difficulty chewing or opening your mouth
• Frequent headaches or ear pain
• Clicking or locking of the jaw
• Pain that interferes with daily activities

What to discuss at a jaw pain assessment

Tell your physiotherapist when your jaw symptoms began and whether eating, talking or opening your mouth is difficult. Mention dental treatment, injuries and any advice you have already received. An assessment helps determine whether physiotherapy is appropriate or whether you should also see a dentist or doctor. Jaw pain has more than one possible cause; a clicking sound alone does not establish a diagnosis.

Planning care around daily activities

Bring examples of the activities you want to improve, such as finishing a meal comfortably or speaking at work. Ask which options are appropriate for your assessment findings, what you can practise at home, and how progress will be reviewed. Physiotherapy may include education, movement exercises and hands-on care when appropriate. Treatment is agreed with you; no single technique or fixed course is suitable for everyone.

Booking TMJ physiotherapy in Winnipeg

Mention jaw pain when contacting reception so the team can confirm the appropriate appointment and provider. Bring any relevant dental or medical recommendations. You can contact the clinic without a referral, but your benefits plan may require one for reimbursement. Ask about the assessment fee and follow-up fees before attending; direct billing does not guarantee full payment by your insurer.

Your physiotherapy team in Meadowood, St. Vital

Our team includes Ben Bastin Jose, Registered Physiotherapist, BPT, and Lijo Paul, Registered Physiotherapist, MPT, BPT. Read their profiles and ask reception to confirm the appropriate provider for your concerns and preferred appointment time.

Visit us at Unit 4, 567 St. Anne's Rd, Winnipeg, MB R2M 5B2. Plan your visit, review cost and coverage questions, or book an assessment online.

Further information: Jaw joint and muscle disorders — NIDCR.