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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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Neuro specialist followed by Physiotherapist will help you to get rid of this.
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Please contact a physio ,if you are in Mumbai you can visit us in person for a through examination.
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You should consult a Physiotherapist asap.
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Contact nearest Physiotherapist asap.
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Senior sports physiotherapist
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1st neurologist for neuralgia
After that physiotherapists
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chiropractic treatment will help.
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Consult neurologist for neuralgia , get tmj musculoskeletal problem solved by a physiotherapist.
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Physiotherapist
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Did you take any test to confirm TMJ issue? If not you have to consult a Neuro physician first to rule out Neuro complaints.
Once TMJ is confirmed you should consult a physiotherapist for complete assessment and treatment.
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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
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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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Dr. Sanjay Chablani (PT)
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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.
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Consult Physio / Neurologist
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Massage around jaw area to release excess muscle tension around the region.
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consult in person with neurologist.
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You should consult a neurologist
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