The jaw is a joint between the mandible (lower jaw) and temporal bone of the skull. Thus it is called a temporomandibular joint or TMJ. Jaw pain or pain in the TMJ is a common condition, that can be caused by arthritis or injury or simply tooth ache. But did you know that one of the most common and overlooked cause of TMJ pain is poor posture of the cervical spine, namely forward head posture.
Here are 5 symptoms that indicate that indicate that you may be suffering from a TMJ or jaw issue ....
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Shoulder joint is the most mobile joint in our body. However this mobility comes at the cost of stability of the shoulder. The shoulder joint is dependent on the surrounding ligaments and muscles to provide it stability. Thus dislocations are not very uncommon ....
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A vestibular physiotherapist can help you diagnose vestibular imbalances by carrying out a thorough assessment with some specialised tests.
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy includes ....
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Many people with chronic pain are afraid to exercise due to the fear of increasing pain or damaging their joints further. But did you know that exercise can actually help to reduce your pain? Here are some reasons why you should exercise even when you have chronic pain ....
We all love the convenience of a good bag. But did you know that you can cause damage to the spine and muscles from carrying your bag in an incorrect fashion? This can range from neck pain to rotator cuff tear to lower back pain, to name a few. Bags come in different styles – wristlets, shoulder bags, cross body straps, back packs, trolley bags, etc. Whichever style you choose, here are some easy and helpful tips to make sure your bag is not hurting your spine and muscles ....
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