TMJ Therapy
Jaw pain, tension, headaches, or difficulty chewing can disrupt your day-to-day life—but relief is possible. Our skilled therapists offer targeted TMJ Therapy to release tension, improve jaw mobility, and restore comfort. These gentle, hands-on treatments help you feel more relaxed, functional, and in control of your body.
TMJ Health: Align Your Jaw, Ease Your Body
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At Malia, we recognize that no two experiences with TMJ dysfunction are the same.
We offer both biomechanics-focused and nervous system-focused approaches to care.
Depending on your symptoms, goals, and history, treatment may focus on improving jaw mechanics and movement patterns, addressing muscle tensions and postural influences, and/or supporting nervous system regulation.
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• Reduces jaw pain, tension, and discomfort
• Relieves headaches and facial pain caused by TMJ dysfunction
• Improves jaw mobility and range of motion
• Supports proper bite and alignment
• Eases muscle tightness in the neck, shoulders, and face
• Promotes relaxation and reduces stress-related jaw clenching
• Helps prevent further strain or dysfunction in the jaw and surrounding muscles
• Enhances overall comfort and quality of life
Which TMJ Therapy would be the best fit?
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Biomechanics, muscle function, movement, and joint mechanics
Focuses on joint mechanics and movement
Exercises and manual therapy
Addresses physical dysfunction
Ideal for movement restrictions and pain
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Julie will do an Initial Appointment with you for the following:
Jaw and cervical spine assessment
Surrounding structures release as indicated: if neck is stiff, assessing the posture and tension connected to TMJ
Based on her assessment, she will incorporate
Dry needling (if appropriate)
Exercises
*Includes intra-oral release
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Jaw pain and stiffness
Clicking, popping, or locking
Limited jaw opening
Muscle tension in the jaw, neck, and shoulders
Headaches related to jaw dysfunction
Postural contributors to TMJ symptoms
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Regulation of the nervous system and addressing underlying patterns contributing to tension and pain
Focuses on nervous system regulation and tension patterns
Regulation and whole-body approaches
Addresses stress and protective patters
Ideal for chronic tension and stress-related symptoms
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Using gloved hands, Sara gently work the muscles inside the mouth to release tension, improve jaw mobility, and enhance overall results.
This treatment also focuses on the muscles of the shoulders, neck and face. The treatment ends with a blissful scalp massage and activation & clearing of the access bars in the head.
Sara’s hands-on techniques helps address the root causes of discomfort, leaving you feeling more relaxed and functional.
*Includes intra-oral massage
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Chronic jaw tension
Persistent TMJ symptoms despite previous treatment
Stress, anxiety, or nervous system dysregulation
Facial tension and whole-body tension patterns
Deep ear pain, ringing in the ears
Cluster or chinook headaches
Clenching and grinding (especially stress related)
Still unsure which TMJ therapist may be the right fit for you or a loved one? Book with one of our Wellness Specialists to discuss who might be the right therapist for you!
Insurance and Direct Billing
Many of the services offered at Maliya may be eligible for insurance coverage. Before booking, please confirm your practitioner’s designation and if your insurance provider(s) are able to provide coverage.
Please note that we cannot guarantee coverage for any specific service, as eligibility depends on your individual insurance plan/policy. For this reason, we strongly recommend confirming your coverage details directly with your insurance provider prior to booking, including whether your service may be eligible under a Health Care Spending Account.
Once coverage has been confirmed, please contact us to determine whether we are able to direct bill your insurance company or if you will require an invoice receipt to submit for reimbursement.
TMJ Therapy with Julie would be billed under Physiotherapy, TMJ Therapy with Sara may be eligible under a Health Care Spending Account.