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TMJ -left side head burning/pulling
Hello,
I have TMJ issue from few years which used to make clicking sound rarely while eating and not now. However now for more than 6 months, I have pulling and burning sensation on left side of my head day and night. Whom should I consult dentist or neurologist or physiotherapist. Please advise.
Thanks,
Sashi
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Your symptoms show it as TMJ dysfunction in which a physiotherapist can help you
TMJ dysfunction disbalances the muscle and nervous which can produce such symptoms
Health Tips
1. Eat soft diet
2. Give some rest to TMJ , Try not speak alot and don't shout
3. Work on your posture
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Good morning! If no pains during chewing activity, dentist may not be best person.
Get your neck, muscles around neck and jaw, face assessed for any trigger points in upper trapezius, sternoncleidomastoid muscles or referral pain from neck.
Find Physio with manual therapy skills. Neurologist can also be consulted to rule out nerve related pain esp Trigeminal neuralgia.
Next Steps
Consult Physio / Neurologist
Health Tips
Massage around jaw area to release excess muscle tension around the region.
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