Yoga to Release Jaw Tension from Grinding Teeth, Clenching, TMJ

[@HubfortheHeart]

Such a heartwarming note to receive this week! Sender has offered permission to share here with you. :) Dear Karuna, I’ve been clenching my teeth for the past 8 years. I came across a video of yours on KZbin a couple of weeks ago (but I really started implementing it a week ago, since I was still doubtful). The video was about teeth grinding and clenching. I must admit I found many natural ways to heal myself from many things over the years. But the clenching terrorized me no matter what I tried; vitamins, supplements, teas, meditations, working out… you name it. Your video about how to massage the jaw muscles worked where everything else failed! I know it might be too early to speak, but I’ve been waking up a whole week with no headaches or pain! I sleep relaxed. And in general I feel better every day! I’m amazed and shocked but mainly grateful. I just had to write to you and say thank you! A million thank yous! You saved my life. There is really no other way to put it.

[@theecat3689]

you didnt lie when you said it will feel like you got a new jaw because holy shit my face feels new 😭😭😭 im so afraid to move my jaw again because it feels so light right now?????? thank you so much. stress has been getting to me and my jaw keeps clenching for the last months. this is god sent

[@robertbartley7241]

this is amazing, been through 3 mouth guards and migranes, this relieves so much tension, thank you for putting this on youtube, not profiteering from others pain but generously giving your talents to help us relieve pain. AMAZING results. Thank you!!!

[@HubfortheHeart]

Great update, Robert!

[@excuseme1543]

Hi Robert. Not sure if you will see this but what brands of mouth-guards did you like best? Thanks so much~

[@trashlee8148]

I’ve had tmjd for almost 10 years now and lemme tell ya this is the first and only thing I’ve found that actually helps relieve the tension!!! Mouth guards actually make it worse for me, idk if I’m just using bad ones because I usually go for the cheapest one as it is all I can afford atm but wow I’m gonna do this every morning and night!!!! Thank you!

[@whalean]

Wow!! This is magic! You are amazing!! I have been suffering for weeks and you made me access painful areas I didn’t know existed, and I’m a dentist! 10 minutes later and the pain and tension is 70 gone I can’t believe it

[@Time2getschwifty]

OMG! thanks u so much!! I'm a new mom my son is turning one and had to get back to work to be able to afford a small birthday for him, between my new job, my son getting used to a sleeping schedule and my husband stepping on 2 nails at work and taking a break. This is the first time ever I have felt this pain, its been about 2 weeks I been surviving on Tylenol and ibuprofen. I felt so much better right before bed, thank you so much!!!

[@KatessaT]

Thank you so much. I was in so much pain and I just cried with relief while I was doing this. Thank you so much.

[@HubfortheHeart]

Dear Kate, I am so so pleased that this video has helped bring relief!

[@fortune.]

The "fingers under cheekbones" is a relief I have never felt before. I am nervous doing that as I'm afraid I may hit a nerve or something. But I'll keep it easy. Thank you so much for this. I suffer from Bruxism due to hyper vigilance 24/7 and it's pure hell. Be well!

[@laurenluzod9575]

Oh my gosh! I have had this problem for years... my jaw has been so tight that I even have been told I dont open my mouth when talking, not too mention I have headaches all the time from it. I just did this while watching it for the first time and my jaw feels about 50percent less tense. and I did it for only about 5 minutes.. wow.. thank you. I will be doing this at night before bed and again during the day.

[@m1n1s1n1]

I'm daily discoverer what comes to self-care & natural remedies and this was revolutional for me, thank you for sharing the amazing method!

[@jenniferskitchwitchadventu8884]

I have to say my face feels so much better after your video. Its been bothering me for months.

[@celiaiannelli2586]

OUCH! Ive had this as long as I can remember....When I first used this technique everything that I applied pressure to hurt...Grandually its releasing. I use it all the time now..amazing - thank you.

[@HubfortheHeart]

Thanks for sharing. So glad itʻs releasing. Well done for staying with it. :)

[@mikkutzke9150]

Wow. I did this before bed and it's the first time I didn't have to take pain killers at 3am in over 2 weeks. Thank you!

[@HubfortheHeart]

This is an exciting comment, Mik! I couldn't be happier to hear this. Movement serves as medicine. With opioid use so high, I do my best teach in a way where people understand that aligned movement, breathing and meditation are all proactive ways to care for ourself. Being proactive with the care of our physical body through aligned movement; and being proactive with our emotions and mental fitness through breathing practices and meditation is empowering and energising. Glad this sequence works so well for you.

[@kalualauber1921]

Thank you! I have so much pain in my jaw and from grinding my teeth that all of this hurt but honestly I can see light at the end of the tunnel and know I will feel better when I am able to relieve decades of tension. New subbie.

[@brookemccullough7771]

This is the only thing that has ever helped me. Thank you.

[@jackiefritts3358]

I've suffered from tmj for over 20 years. I can't believe I'm just now learning this. And it's so easy. Bless you ❤️🙏

[@HubfortheHeart]

Wonderful! So very glad this video helps and alleviates pain. Thank you for viewing.

[@Sisterprimitive]

This video saved my life! I developed tinnitus from tmj, went to doctors, dentist, and an ENT doctor. Once I started doing these exercises the tinnitus went away. At first I thought it maybe was a coincidence but the tinnitus has returned occasionally and this video works every time. Thank you!!!!

[@HubfortheHeart]

Dear Maria-Elena, I am so very pleased to hear this. Just wonderful! I have just recorded and will soon post a video about grinding teeth at night and this particular sequence. Hope you'll stay tuned. Thanks for watching and so pleased to help support your quality of life in this simple way.

[@slashamazing]

4:40 and on absolutely cured my TMJ. I couldn't clench my jaw for a day before I watched this video. Stretching those muscles with your technique, slowly with a good amount of steady pressure, is absolutely perfect. I expanded and started to do it with basically my whole head and neck--Slow, direct, steady pressure with every muscle I never knew I had until it feels better. I can't believe the amount of pain and pressure that has been released only over the course of a few days. Thank you so much for everything!

[@monarchscried4915]

How am I gonna do this if I got nails.... Because I been clenching over a month now and have tmj 🙄

[@themayor6836]

You are the ONLY one who has given me the proper exercise's to fully combat my problem with neck, jaw & spinal headaches!!!! THANK YOU - been suffering for 10 + yrs

[@cherylwilsherlimberlife7210]

Been a massage therapist for years and this was new for me, thank you

[@ElisabethCerne]

This really works! I was having neck and head tension and now it’s gone!! Thank you!!

[@mavisosei3183]

Thank you so much for this video. Like you said in your video, after doing these movements, I felt like I have relieved tension from a decade ago. I have had TMJ issue for the past 7 years after I had a sinus surgery and been on all types of meds, but none helps with the relieved of the pain and tension problems. However, after doing these short movements, I felt so happy. Because of all the pain, I go through, I become extremely moody most of the time. I really can't say how much I appreciate this video and will continue to do these movements.

[@HubfortheHeart]

Wow, Mavis, your sharing is so heart-touching. I am so, so happy this video has helped to release some of the tension.....but, mostly, I'm glad *you* felt happy after doing the video and that you will continue with this sequence. Whew...there is hope. As inspired, feel free to also check out my meditation for jaw tension; and, also, the video about the best sleeping position for TMJ. So glad this is helpful......thank you for sharing and being in touch.

[@mavisosei3183]

Thank you once again!!! I will do as you have said. I schedule for a chiropractor visit until I found your video, but I will go see how that goes. However, I will continue to do the routine and watch the rest of the videos you mentioned. I really appreciate your video. God richly bless you!!!

[@phanisriravula1095]

That last sequence in sitting position is just magic. I had relief immediately.

[@Abarreramartinez]

This was extremely helpful. During I was crying like a baby, releasing so much tension, after I finished I had a fresh new jaw. I really recommend trying this video, thanks for sharing.

[@amberchaba1148]

This actually works so well. It gives you instant results. My head feels so much better

[@bardistv9653]

I just want to say thank you! I’ve been suffering from grinding teeth for years now I feel so much better

[@jimalden9355]

This helps, this helps, this helps!!! Thank you thank you thank you!!

[@aniljs3058]

Superb.. Am getting miraculous results and jaw pain is reduced.. Thank you so much from India..

[@mokshababe]

wow no comments? Thanks for posting this. I've been desperate for a solution to teeth grinding for decades. Mine has been epic and I really need to stop to save my teeth from further cracking

[@HubfortheHeart]

So glad this video is helpful. Thank you for sharing and, as always, feel free to let me know if you have any requests for video topics. Glad to support.

[@mokshababe]

I did it last night so hopefully it'll break the habit. Thank you! And your other vids look fabulous! xx

[@mokshababe]

it really hurt in some places btw... in a good way, I guess. Some really old tensions lodged there.

[@evie6547]

Had relief right away when doing this and reached a blissful state when I was done. My headache is completely gone, truly an amazing exercise! Thank you 🕉

[@alketaturja6846]

Love it, 39 weeks pregnant, my jaw has been popping lately, this stretches sure felt great

[@DebKS]

OMG YOU ARE A GENIUS... I was having one of the worst TMJ days and this helped A LOT - THANK YOU!

[@kristinahluskova6314]

this exercises helped me feel good again... I have this pain now for 3 months, its just getting worse. So I was desperatly searching for something helpful. Here we go. Thanks a lot 😉

[@tradingwithwill7214]

Thanks, I haven't seen these types of massages for TMJ it's usually other areas.

[@houseoflightnsound333]

That was the best release video I’ve found in months! Thank you. Thank you!!

[@mackaveliuk]

This is outrageous how good this it! I've been grinding my teeth for years without understanding how to stop it. I actually googled this as I was getting another headache from doing it whilst working. I feel so much better! That said I realised just how tense my muscles are! Especially under my jaw, shocking. It might take a few days of practice before my muscles fully relax again! Thank you.

[@HubfortheHeart]

So pleased to help, James!!!

[@hellokittybg93]

Do you still not clench your teeth? I have the same problem and I'm desperate for something that would actually help in the long run

[@lechusalinda9141]

Update: 2 weeks after I posted my comments I developed a massive ear and throat infection. And I had no more pain in my jaw. These massages worked so much to relieve my pain at the time. Thank you so much👍

[@lucycoatman4572]

Oh my gosh, that last one with the fingers in the jaw was like magic! I never comment on things, but I just needed to say this. Thank you so much!

[@HubfortheHeart]

Thank you so much for being in touch, Lucy. So glad it works so well for you.

[@SuperChristLover]

Agreed, I have had tension on my right temple for 4 years, putting the fingers in my jaw like that really made me jump through the roof in pain, but the relief, oh my god!

[@cherylwilsherlimberlife7210]

Really helped my tmj of like 20 years... epic

[@monanasser123]

This is the first time i comment on any post though i have seen thousands of posts that i truly loved.. but this one.. distinctively amazing.. i thought i'd take a moment to say how much i loved your spontaneous and sweet approach.. I kind of held this hidden tension for almost 25 years.. thanks for your beautifully done vid.. its almost releasing now.. i feel coolness in the surrounding muscles.. i cant say 'thank you' enough 🙏🏻🌹 god bless

[@HubfortheHeart]

Wow. Thank you. May I share that your note arrived at an optimal time? :) Your words are the encouragement needed for today! Thank you so very much. I'm glad the video is helpful. And, to our KZbin community: If you're reading this: Shall we each pass words of kindness on to another person today? They are so appreciated, aren't they? May we each stay dedicated to kindness and seeing goodness in each other, to offering support toward one another, yes?

[@luqui633]

Feel so much better already, many thanks!!

[@leahmarple2257]

I did this last night 🌙⭐️ and fall a sleep before was finished thank you so munch.🌈😴

[@Celiosmusings]

This definitely helped right away when I tried it after being in pain for almost a week 🤩🤩 thank you so much!

[@carolineputnam441]

this is the best TMJ video i have seen so far. thank you. simple steps. I love you shared how to do it laying down before bed. going to be doing in morning and night. thank you

[@Arieslove176]

This is one of the first videos that had helped! Thank you ❤

[@brendadavies4884]

You are SO right that we may just be releasing years of tension! I feel so relaxed for the first time in years and could fall a sleep right now. I want to thank you for giving me a tool to help me sleep and reduce upper body and jaw stress! Amazing!

[@HubfortheHeart]

Your sharing is so genuine and your words make my heart so happy! I'm so so pleased to help in this way. It is such a joy to release contracted/tense energy, isn't it? We become so acclimated to the contracted energy that it feels "normal," but then we release the energy....and wow! it's an entirely new existence. Breathe on....:)

[@jordanrivera576]

I've had extremely dry eyes all my life, and as soon as I did the first exercise I got tears - wow! It definitely did release tension! Thanks a million!

[@HubfortheHeart]

Yaya! Glad to hear it, Jordan!

[@abdullahms3431]

these really worked tremendously, my jaw and neck have been so tense thank you thank you

[@kmurphy1022]

Literally saved my life tonight. I have been struggling with TMD for years. No relief from anything but this video, icing the jaw 4x a day, and weekly Chiropractic appointments with a TMJ Specialist. I can not thank you enough!

[@amylaraman]

Thank you so much! I seriously want to hug you right now. My jaw has been aching all day and this gave me so much relief

[@HubfortheHeart]

Wonderful, Amy! Sending you a wholehearted virtual hug. Heart as Wide as the World.

[@jillpape9369]

I just tried this for my chronic vertigo, it feels like it's helping!! Many blessings to you, thank you...💜

[@HubfortheHeart]

Oh, wonderful, Jill! So glad to hear this.

[@nataliabuchanan2248]

This is one of the best videos on KZbin! Thank you 🙏🏼🧘🏽‍♂️

[@tozzivo]

I have been following your exercises daily for a few weeks and my jaw is starting to release. I am so much more aware of the part my neck tension plays in my jaw tension. I use my voice in my work so releasing jaw tension is essential. THANK YOU!

[@HubfortheHeart]

Wonderful update and I'm glad to hear that you are aware of how neck tension and jaw tension are related. The entire spine plays a role and its exciting to discover how it's all interconnected: This is why good understanding of alignment in the body is vital to overall body health and optimal function. Glad this is helpful in your work, too. I'm keynoting a conference for creatives in June and I'm likely to weave a similar sequence for the voice creatives.

[@tozzivo]

Thank you for the reply! What is the conference? I think you will be extremely helpful!

[@HubfortheHeart]

It's a conference for creative and media professionals in Manchester UK on June 9. Looking forward to spending time with this group!

[@murbly]

Amazing video, you earned the engagement. been having issues with tension in my face and you really really helped!

[@chriscaine7689]

I have developed TMJ suddenly, and have tinnitus too. I did these exercises for the first time, and whilst it was very tender I am definitely going to practice this every day. Thankyou for helping me and many others. Namaste

[@HubfortheHeart]

You're so welcome. I'm glad to hear you'll stay with these exercises. I'm happy to be able to help others in any small way I can. Feel our world is much brighter when we can simply extend simply kindnesses toward each other. :)

[@mr.marmot39]

How are you currently ? are you free of all the symptoms ?

[@helenwood1]

Terrific routine. Thank you for posting. I have TMJ and sleep apnea due to obstruction. The mask at night aggravates the TMJ. This is a wonderful routine for me, both before and after sleep. Thanks again.

[@blackbutterfly2437]

This helped a lot and I will start doing this exercise regularly!

[@sonyaallen8751]

This really did the job thank you I got this pain from chewing gum frequently

[@MiauxCatterie]

thank you for this. my jaw has been painfully shut and giving me headaches for days now. this really helped. it's not 100% but it is vastly improved and i will keep working at it daily. also i really like your presence and am excited to have discovered your channel.

[@elerimullan2126]

Amazing thank you so much!

[@Celice]

You're one of the most sympathetic people I've ever seen. I'm gonna try this more often, even though for some reason it gets me anxious and uncomfortable to press around in my body, but that's the same when the doctor puts a bit pressure on my stomach, guess I'm just very sensitive haha. But I'm gonna continue trying, because the jaw pain is slowly killing me

[@caseykitchen3440]

Pushing in back and up literally mimicked the pain I feel in my temples and jaw and the relief I felt was amazing.

[@alexakimbro7595]

Thank you for this! Months of discomfort eased some in 10 mins. My headache even went away.

[@thefriendlyadvocateadv.yas5604]

This is such a good video. I do this every day.

[@lechusalinda9141]

Thank you. I'm still sore. I hope that will go away. No quick fix but still very helpful. Will do this every night and morning.

[@ExtraPencil2]

Wow. Thank you so much. I've had TMJ since a disastrous root canal that landed me in the ER, and then in emergency surgery. So much trauma to my jaw that I could barely open my mouth. I wear a plastic mouth guard at night, which helps, but this routine relieved so much pressure, it's amazing! Definitely will be doing it before bed. Thank you for posting this!

[@taraloszach5518]

This relieved so much tension, I could cry. Thank you, thank you! ❤️

[@Jessicaperry19293]

Thank you. This is helping my face and and jaw pain.

[@stuartallen2001]

Ive been doing this every day for the past week or so. Thank you so much this has been amazing

[@berthahinojosa5136]

this felt so good!

[@TeeTirado]

felt relief on the every first go, didn't clench my jaw all day!! did this evening let's see after this evening session how wake up

[@clairec.201]

i know i don't know you but i love you thank you so much for this video immensely, immensely helpful!

[@JBLSouza]

Thank you! Thank you very much! For this video and theses instructions... I have tmj dysfunction and because of the quarantine the pain in the joint was coming back and for a few moments I had pain relief and it was wonderful.

[@rhiyajalilul2064]

thank you so much you are an angel you help so many people in the nights where there dreams turn into nightmare. god bless you so much for this heartwarming exercises. I just did it and it totally work. lovelots from Philippines

[@sapnathwaite5094]

Thank you! These exercises work wonders!

[@LuckyLuie318]

Have a bad "bite" which causes me to grind all throughout the day. this was incredible! just did it in my car and I can even breathe better with so much tension gone. Thanks so much!

[@HubfortheHeart]

Wow! Fantastic news.

[@sebara_arg]

It's great. My jaw has realeased a lot. Thanks for share it.

[@joshgreen6713]

This was really helpful and feels so good thank you! It was also amazing to read how much of an impact it had on others! Awesome!

[@piyushdwivedi7195]

Oh my god! You're my favorite person now!

[@harima8547]

thanks! 2 decades I think!!!!!!! Awesome, felt the tension release all down my back too! And a few tears rolled! Nice release, wondering why it took me so long now :)

[@jooyeon1926]

Omg you are so wonderful and just love your energy! Such a beautiful lady, thank you so much!

[@oddwonderland5603]

That was amazing. I've never felt this relaxed. Thank you

[@jawahersaidi5064]

Omg thank you so much. This helped so much. Even the headache is gone.

[@carolina6683]

Thanks so much for this, I’m going to incorporate it into my routine and I’m sure my jaw will thank me.

[@rabbster7]

Wow this was really good. Feel so much less pain and tension in my jaw. Thanks! 😁

[@peppermint23]

I had wisdom teeth surgery and this was really helpful, thank you. I have so much residual stiffness and soreness.

[@HubfortheHeart]

Wishing you a quick recovery! Glad the video is helping.

[@mmghosheh]

I cannot thank you enough for this video, I was literally having tears in my eyes doing some of these exercises 👍🏻🌸

[@paulinebaker4809]

Thank you 🙏 I listen to you daily whenever I feel anxious, as I find your comforting words and breathing techniques ALWAYS relax my CNS, and I feel more grounded, and in my world. you are truly amazing 😃 so glad I came across you, I love this video I often use it to ease tension, and you make me laugh to as you make the video light-hearted and fun 😘 xxx

[@joannalachica]

This video is very helpful especially after I had my wisdom tooth removed. Thank you

[@witchyfishfry]

i have tmj at 16 and holy shit this actually worked

[@K-A5]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This was amazing and I actually felt some energetic and muscle releases. I especially felt releases as I played around with my upper teeth area/mid cheeks. I pushed my thumbs up and against my upper cheek area and I started yawning and coughing and felt a shake and chill come up my body,! When I released my thumbs I actually felt the energy over my face shifting, it was all tingly and I started laughing. What a rush! This was so releasing, and I didnt even know I some of these spots needed releasing. Thank you

[@ThirdEyeAwake]

This is wonderful and so simple! Thank you!

[@melss94ish]

I've been trying to manage TMJ for a while but I learned some new techniques here. Thank you!

[@nezayorkina]

This is a life saver. This along with tour other meditation helped my tense jaw this morning. I looked through all your videos in search of a video for tension headaches. Do you have one that maybe I didn’t see?

[@HubfortheHeart]

Hello Marian! Glad you like this video. I have noted your request for a future video. In the meantime, my posted meditations focus on mental clearing, so I hope they help. Also, check our my breathing videos.....breathing can really help! xx

[@nezayorkina]

Complex PTSD Made Simple thank u so much for replying. Happy New Year 🎉

[@archanamamidi9076]

Thanks a lot.. instantly my Jaw clenching disappeared.. I am going to do this every day.. it was really painful while doing but at the end it is relaxing.. loads of love from India..

[@jslattery0405]

Thank you for this! Nothing has helped my TMJ pain like this sequence!

[@HubfortheHeart]

So glad this is helpful, Jessica! Thank you so much for tuning in and sharing your experience. Feel free to also check out my Meditation for Jaw Tension as well as my video that shows the best sleeping position for grinding of teeth/tension.

[@FeonaLeeJones]

Wow that actually worked wonders on my tmj!

[@lucreziamorganti9115]

Really really useful actually!!! Thank you God bless you!! 🙏❤️

[@brittanyenright4110]

Lovely thank you!

[@nana.teixeira]

Thank you so much!! I had a huge headache and this helped me a lot.

[@HubfortheHeart]

Wonderful news, Yanara!