TMJ Treatment in Mount Pleasant, SC
Is TMJ Pain Making It Hard to Chew, Talk, or Sleep? Chiropractic Care Might Be the Solution.
TMJ dysfunction, or temporomandibular joint disorder, can cause chronic jaw pain, clicking, headaches, neck tightness, and even difficulty eating or speaking. If you live in Mount Pleasant, SC, and you're tired of living with TMJ symptoms, chiropractic care may offer a safe, natural, and effective way to find lasting relief.
At Lowcountry Chiropractic, we specialize in helping patients relieve pain and improve function without drugs or surgery.
What Is TMJ Dysfunction?
The temporomandibular joints are the hinge-like joints connecting your jawbone to your skull. They allow you to chew, talk, and yawn. When the joint becomes misaligned, inflamed, or stressed, it can cause:
Jaw pain or tenderness
Clicking or popping when opening the mouth
Limited jaw movement
Earaches or ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Headaches or neck pain
Facial muscle soreness
TMJ issues can result from jaw misalignment, clenching or grinding your teeth, stress, injury, or poor posture—especially if you work at a desk or look down at your phone often.
How Chiropractic Care Helps with TMJ Pain
As a chiropractor in Mount Pleasant, I take a whole-body approach to treating TMJ. Chiropractic adjustments help relieve pressure and restore motion in not only the jaw joint, but also in the neck, upper back, and nervous system. Here's how:
1. Jaw and Cranial Adjustments
Specific, gentle adjustments to the TMJ area help realign the joint and reduce muscle tension. This improves function and can decrease pain quickly.
2. Neck and Spine Alignment
The jaw doesn't function in isolation. Misalignments in your cervical spine (neck) can directly affect how your TMJ operates. Correcting these imbalances helps support proper jaw mechanics.
3. Muscle and Soft Tissue Work
At Lowcountry Chiropractic, we often include trigger point therapy, myofascial release, or instrument-assisted techniques (like the Graston Technique) to relieve tight jaw and facial muscles.
4. Posture and Lifestyle Guidance
Poor posture (especially tech neck) can lead to TMJ flare-ups. We help you correct posture, identify clenching habits, and reduce daily stressors that might be aggravating your jaw.
Why Choose Lowcountry Chiropractic for TMJ in Mount Pleasant?
We take time to understand your unique symptoms and history
We use gentle, specific techniques tailored to your comfort
We treat the cause of your TMJ—not just the symptoms
We offer complementary therapies to support healing and long-term relief
Our Mount Pleasant office is dedicated to helping you feel better naturally, whether your TMJ is new or something you’ve been dealing with for years.
Real Relief Starts Here
If you're looking for a drug-free and non-invasive way to find relief from TMJ in Mount Pleasant, chiropractic care may be the missing link.
Book your first visit today at Lowcountry Chiropractic and experience the difference a whole-body approach can make.
Call us at (843) 994-2855 or Book an Appointment Here!
