TMJ Massage Therapy Calgary

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If you’re dealing with jaw pain, teeth grinding, tension headaches, or that vice-like pressure behind your eyes, TMJ-focused massage therapy could be the missing piece of relief.

At Wild Roots Massage Therapy in Calgary NW, TMJ massage blends therapeutic and intraoral techniques to address the deeper muscles that impact jaw function, posture, and upper body alignment. Each treatment is personalized to your body’s needs, with your comfort, trust, and nervous system regulation at the center of every session.

What Is the TMJ, and Why Does It Matter?

Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull, just in front of each ear. When this joint becomes tight, misaligned, or overworked, it can lead to pain that radiates through the jaw, head, neck, and upper back.

Several key muscles contribute to TMJ discomfort, including:

• Masseter: Located at the side of your jaw, one of the strongest muscles in the body.

• Temporalis: Fan-shaped muscle along the temples.

• Medial & Lateral Pterygoids: Deep jaw muscles responsible for much of the internal clenching and tension patterns.

What to Expect in a TMJ Massage Session

Every session includes a combination of:

• Neck and upper back release to ease postural tension and support jaw alignment.

• Facial and scalp massage to relieve tension in the temporalis and masseter, reduce headaches, and calm the nervous system.

• Gentle intraoral massage (with gloves) to access the medial and lateral pterygoids, often the root of jaw pain.

• Targeted work around the hyoid, throat, and SCM muscles to improve swallowing, breathing, and jaw mechanics.

Is Intraoral Massage Safe?

Yes, when performed by a trained massage therapist, intraoral massage is a safe and highly effective technique. It’s always done with your full consent, and many clients describe a deep sense of relief afterward, as if their jaw finally let go of tension they didn’t even realize was there.

How You Might Know This Is Right for You

TMJ massage may help if you experience:

• Jaw clenching, grinding, or locking

• Clicking or popping in the jaw

• Headaches or migraines

• Neck and shoulder stiffness

• Facial tension or pain near the temples

• Ear pressure, ringing (tinnitus), or difficulty chewing

Benefits You Might Notice

Clients often experience:

• A feeling of lightness in the face and head

• Improved jaw mobility and range of motion

• Relief from jaw and neck pressure

• Fewer or less intense headaches

• Better sleep and relaxed breathing

• More ease when eating, talking, or smiling

You Don’t Have to Push Through the Pain

Whether your jaw discomfort is new or something you’ve carried for years, you deserve a treatment that works with your body, not against it. Book your TMJ massage today and take the first step toward long-lasting relief.

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