Neck Pain & TMJD - Priya Mistry, DDS (the TMJ doc)

[@DontBeAnIDIOT]

Makes totally sense. I've always thought this. I recently bought a neck massager and it totally helped with my tmj issues

[@theTMJdoc]

Great!

[@holistic_body_integration]

This is such a good informational video

[@theTMJdoc]

Glad it was helpful! Don’t forget to Subscribe!

[@juslostone]

This explains so much. Started off with bouts of spontaneous vertigo I attribute it to the weather or allergies. Had an MRI. Went to a ENT. To no avail. Later to find out I do have TMJ this disorder mostly just stiffness. some cracking. Getting Invisalign now. I'm actually starting to feel muscle strain in my jaw, always had knots and tightness in the back of my neck. But now I'm getting the muscles in the front and signs of the neck displayed in this video. Thank you for this video. Simple and educating. And it doesn't hurt that. You are so nice to look at. Much love

[@bradydavidow4470]

Thank you for explaining the science!

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!

[@dawnkulan4514]

This is so good. I’m going to share with my patients. 🙏🏻

[@theTMJdoc]

Wonderful!

[@Miss.S]

Behind my ear, all the way down to my collarbone is right & painful. Sometimes I can’t touch my ear, back of my head at the base of my neck is painful to the touch. My gland at the back of my head & side of my neck are swollen. I’ve had it for awhile cause I clench my teeth at night but I’m experiencing a bad flare up due to anxiety 😥

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this! Have you seen a tmj physical therapist or tmj dentist?

[@Miss.S]

@@theTMJdoc I realized how serious the pain was until this flare up, so I’m definitely gonna see a professional. I also emailed your office cause I’m willing to travel. Thank you for responding

[@theTMJdoc]

@@Miss.S you’re very welcome! Sorry you’re going through this..

[@gl2461]

Just found out I had TMD which caused a collapse on my right nasal septum and hypolordosis on my cervical spine. Its compressing nerves and causes a variety of weird symptoms such as diaphragmatic breathing issues, heart palpitations and tingling everywhere

[@theTMJdoc]

sorry to hear that!

[@gl2461]

@@theTMJdoc can all this be caused by TMD?

[@MoninaMonina-qp5iy]

yes

[@Србомбоница86]

My tmj alwasy hurts together with neck pain ,its truly unbearable 😢when it flares up during my period or with weather changes ,if I clench my jaw my face starts hurting and my neck hurts after that

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry to hear that!

[@belleshui1862]

Im SO GLAD i found this video!! I've had on and off tmj pain for a few years now, but lately my neck has been painful and so sore. Turns out my neck problem areas matched all the muscles you pointed out that are directly correlated to the jaw. Im so glad i found your videos and am going to binge watch your other videos now! Liked and subscribed, thank you!!

[@theTMJdoc]

You're very welcome! So glad to help!

[@sarahthestrange99]

After watching this video I am sure my cervicobrachial neuralgia was triggered by my clenching jaw at night (it's been ongoing at night for the past 8 years now).. The day before I got this condition I actually saw a chiro for my posture and she gave me exercises for my traps.. but maybe exercises that were too hard for me. The next day I was in so much pain. I did a scan and sure enough no hernia but C6 and C7 disks were slightly protruding and probably inflamed a few nerves.. After 2 months it has finally gone away but I'm really scared of consulting a chiro again after all that. I know they only way my neck problems will go away is if I treat my TMJ and stress.. it's just so frustrating as lots of practitioners just dismiss the pain and say nothing is linked and don't end up helping. A never ending story. Anyway I'm so glad so have stumbled upon this channel and discovered such a community! It makes me feel less alone! Thank you so much Dr Priya! Maybe one day I'll come for a consultation although I live in Illinois haha

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome! Best of luck to you!

[@tanziatonni4232]

Thanks for this helpfull video.

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!

[@dogmom240]

Thank you for the video, you had directed me to it. I find if I do your exercises especially the muscle in my mouth between the jaw does help reduce my TMJ discomfort, and my neck eases up a bit. Just hoping the general discomfort will go away over time and continued exercises.

[@theTMJdoc]

Best of luck to you! I hope you get relief!

[@gj823]

Hi dr, can tmj causes dizizness ang numbness on the arms and legs?

[@theTMJdoc]

yes it can cause dizziness. numbness in the arms and legs can be caused by many things.

[@gj823]

@@theTMJdoc thank you so much. I hope my tmjd will be healed. It's really depressing. I have this for 8 years and second time to undergo again another threatment.

[@Michelle-sk3kv]

This is exactly what I needed. New subscriber here thanks a lot

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome! 😊

[@jayapatil6079]

Dr. Priya, Great informational Video on Neck Pain &. TMJD.

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@BrandonPotter-r9b]

Ehlers Danlos syndrome affects the neck and jaw with shoulders and vertebrae . I really should work on my neck stabilize the neck and jaw

[@theTMJdoc]

Best of luck to you!

[@BrandonPotter-r9b]

@@theTMJdoc thanks it's so tender to touch on the left side

[@rosehumphrey7621]

suffering in silence dizziness vertigo and mental health anxiety i find in canada its expensive for tmj or dental treatment is there any suggestions i feel i am going crazy hate brain fog and jaw pain neck pain hurts in all these places i need help its been 3 years i am so tired

[@theTMJdoc]

sorry to hear this! i don't know what to suggest besides seeing a skilled & experienced TMJ dentist.

[@Old_Hippie29]

I'm so glad to have found you! I have been following your "TMJ Pain Relief - Home Remedies Updated" video for a few days, and it seems to be helping already. I know that much of my pain is coming from my neck, which has been messed up for many years. Are there any neck exercises you could recommend?

[@theTMJdoc]

Please watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npurhI1qhtF_ptk

[@shivaanir7293]

I am 17 years ..i was treated with appliances for thumb suckingand bruxism in my younger age. Now for past one year I am having mouth breathing habit and occasional bruxism.i have also clicking. jaw pain comes if I wear headphones Sometimes if I bend and write for long time I have neck pain also.my mom says that iam not having good sleep. She is worried about me much. Please guide me from where I have to start my treatment.

[@theTMJdoc]

I would recommend getting a sleep study and getting evaluated by a myofunctional therapist.

[@ayinaier8607]

I can very much relate to this..

[@theTMJdoc]

sorry to hear this!

[@jng9601]

mam i m from India where I can go to correct this problm

[@theTMJdoc]

I would recommend a TMJ dentist or TMJ physical therapist.

[@rekkachu]

Thanks for the info but What exercises should I do to release the tightness on my neck?

[@theTMJdoc]

Try this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npurhI1qhtF_ptk 😊🙏🏼

[@rekkachu]

@@theTMJdoc will check, thanks for the response 😭😭

[@Gustaw_Chiny]

I have a constant headache on one right side of the head/face, including pain in the ear, back of the head, also it is often accompanied by a "burning feeling", which is constant and very uncomfortable. I've done botox for tmj, mouth guard, pills, but nothing seems to work. Also the annoying syndrome is the sound in my ear when I move my head/neck, it sounds like a membrane of a drum, I discovered that this sound is "generarated" by the SCM musscle in my neck, when I squeez the SCM musscle in my neck with my fingers it makes that sound in the ear. I told that to many doctors, but none of them seems to care about. Any ideas on whan I should do next, I also tried physiotherapy but it didn't help too much. Maybe I should do some examination or excercises on my SCM muscle, I have no idea why it is causing that pop in my ear and it's frustrating.

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi there! I cannot easily answer your question without follow up questions and discussion. If you'd like you can email my office to set up a Zoom meeting with me: [e-mail]

[@tan17391]

There aren’t upper cervical chiropractors in Sydney. Any suggestions on how do i go about relieving the scm/trapezius stiffness/pain

[@theTMJdoc]

Maybe try a tmj physical therapist?

[@paolodragolov6814]

The main question is : does the cervical problem cause tmj pain or tmj cause cervical problem. How can we know. Because in other videos you talk about TMJ, but if the problem is the neck, we should treat the neck, to resolve the stiffness in the TMJ.

[@theTMJdoc]

Great question and the answer is that it varies from person to person. For some people it’s an imbalanced bite that feeds down and impacts the neck. For others it’s neck injury that feeds up and affects the jaw.

[@deviannfortes]

from your answer doc, do you recommend seeing another doctor for the neck or the cervical alongside tmd specialist like yourself?

[@Србомбоница86]

​@@deviannfortesI would treat both seriously,you can't just treat one thing ,it must be both the neck and tmj

[@Ridhii19]

Thanks a lot for this 💜✨

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!

[@kylewaddington1983]

Sorry if I offered you with any of my questions

[@megenmegen5048]

It hurts behind my ear and back head/neck help 😩

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this!

[@gnanakumaridavid1801]

Mam I have neck pain scalp muscle tightening speaking brushing difficulties and vertigo I suffer and have invalid life at 60 You videos are extremely good to know my condition Here chennai (India) doctors are negligent prescribing vitamin B 12. God bless you mam

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you for kind words. Best of luck to you.

[@bhupendrasingharora6183]

How are you now

[@Sarah_Clara]

What do you think comes first usually? A misaligned jaw (already had this as a child) or the cervical spine? I have EDS, was recently diagnosed and have major problems with both. Fun fact: I had a hip operation as a baby and a twisted hip/pelvis misalignment... I guess that is the issue of both. Will I have a chance to get better although I can't change my pelvis bones? What do you think where to start?

[@theTMJdoc]

It's really hard to say which came first!

[@ranjuu]

Hi doc , I have tmj for a very long time . But recently I’m facing vertigo , ear fullness , tinnitus . I know all these was been related to tmj only because of you . Thanks for that . But I have one more symptoms which confuse me whether it is due to tmj or some other . I have lightheaded and vision shaking in morning will it be also due to that ??? I did all ear test and it came back normal .

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes it may be related.

[@savage9670]

I have the same thing

[@alexamcgraw9856]

Hi doctor, I’m really happy I came across your video. I’ve been having really bad neck pain, leading to sharp pains in my head and headaches. I also have vertigo periodically. Today, I noticed my right side of my cheek/jaw bone was aching. I was wondering if this was connected. I have tons of pressure in my head especially when I bend down. Do you have any advice for me?

[@theTMJdoc]

It may be related, but I cannot tell you over the internet and without examining you in person :) I'd recommend seeing a tmj physical therapist to see if they can help!

[@carlomanalili4854]

@@theTMJdoc can can tmj cause face to swell? i experienced a sudden headache on mu right side then after that my right cheek and temple swelled my neck and shoulder hurts and a little bit on my ears pls i hope u reply

[@Melodious_Gaane]

I am also having pain in same areas tight side

[@Melodious_Gaane]

​@@carlomanalili4854I am also having same pain in same areas...Pls advise

[@boop79]

Seeing a chiropractor and fixing my posture has helped mine

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m so glad!

[@nammarcbfan2529]

Is tmj caused by misalignment c1 and c2

[@theTMJdoc]

It can be related to the misalignment of the cervical vertebrae.

[@nammarcbfan2529]

@@theTMJdoc thanks for replying

[@karolinachavez3451]

I crack my jaw to release anxiety but it became really bad I made my TMJ hurt! Now I’m looking into this and I saw a picture that said TMJ disorders causes hand tingling? Is that true because I have that too!

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes it can!

[@prekshajangir6524]

it would be life saving if you can answer this- can tmjd also cause NECK POPPING AND GRINDING and also popping on top of head ?im aware of the jaw popping but not neck

[@theTMJdoc]

There is an intimate relationship between the neck and the jaw. But jaw issues do not directly cause popping on top the head as far as I know.

[@finalwarning4415]

Like this video helped me alot to find out what's the reason for my suffering which destroyed my life and caused me depression

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry to hear this!

[@christinal434]

Hi! Who do you recommend we see for the myofascial release treatment? Would that be a physiotherapist or an osteopath? Or someone else? Thanks

[@theTMJdoc]

There isn't necessarily one type of practitioner that will provide myofascial release.

[@MoninaMonina-qp5iy]

When you have both problems neck and TMJ issues which one should you attack first?

[@theTMJdoc]

It's impossible to say! One person may benefit from treating the neck first while another may benefit from treating the jaw first.

[@Rosie-es8bz]

great video! I was waiting for you to talk about point #3 - can TMJ lead to neck pain... I don't think you delved into it in the video. I clench my jaw so hard at night, and have terrible occipital tension leading to all kinds of neuralgia. I'm thinking the root cause is the clenching. Do you have any other videos that address this? thanks!

[@theTMJdoc]

I don't.. this is the only one on neck/tmd being related.

[@Stoffendous]

I think my atlas might be in some trouble from playing loads of guitar and rotating my head constantly to look at my fretting hand. When I move my jaw horizontally it clicks on the right side, also when i rotate my head left and back to central i have had a persistent click (both when moving left, and when moving back again) for two years now. My scm, especially at the top, holds a lot of tension, which i can release by massage but it returns almost right away. Is there anything I can do without a chiropractor or is that the only solution?

[@theTMJdoc]

I don't really feel comfortable making specific recommendations for your condition without examining you.

[@Stoffendous]

@@theTMJdoc Thank you for your answer regardless!

[@soft_threads]

I have been having really bad neck pain since 2 weeks straight and I often hear a popping and clicking sound in upper cervical of the neck just like hear in my jaw is it a bad sign. Please help and thank you so much for sharing this video with us all.

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm not a chiropractor or a physical therapist so I can't really tell you much about the popping in your neck. I would recommend getting evaluated by a PT or a chiro.

[@velz1319]

Hello there. I'm 24 years old and for the past two years I've been dealing with intense bruxism numbness in the right side of the face and dry eyes. My posture is also not fine because I've been sitting a lot infront of a computer. I have back pain mostly in the shoulder blade area and the neck though on the left side of my body . My question is are the left muscles of the back and neck connected to the right side of the jaw or they've just become stronger and that's why my right side of the face is numb every morning and I clench my teeth mostly using the muscles on the right side of my face?

[@theTMJdoc]

I really can’t answer your question over the internet and without examining you in person. Sorry and best of luck to you!

[@emilycarver595]

for what it’s worth, I have the same exact issues on my right side. It has gotten so bad but I can no longer hold my right arm up to use the computer because my neck is so spasmed from 30 years of grinding and Tmj. I am not a medical professional, but I would say definitely get an address before you wind up like me.

[@mraplm5090]

I was told after giving birth that our body produces relaxin and it kind of makes everything go out of place. Is this true?

[@theTMJdoc]

Please watch this video for an in depth answer to your question! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6u4n3WVeNCNiNksi=gTjj_n2Yh4I4sneB

[@gnanakumaridavid1801]

Mam please advise me how to get treatment I consulted neuro ortho ENT dentist too So depressed

[@theTMJdoc]

I'd recommend a TMJ dentist or TMJ Physical Therapist.

[@gnanakumaridavid1801]

@@theTMJdoc thanks mam TMJ dentist recommended for splint Please let me know that splint can solve my problem? I wonder how deeply you are analysing problem Awesome video

[@theTMJdoc]

@@gnanakumaridavid1801 please watch my video “dental nightguard vs tmj orthotic “ and lmk if you have any questions!

[@gnanakumaridavid1801]

@@theTMJdoc Already viewed I showed yr video too but I didn't get anything from Apollo people

[@michellewood7183]

Hi Dr Priya. When it comes to neck pain and TMJ is their a a particular pillow you tell them to use? I find too soft makes mine worse

[@theTMJdoc]

Any pillow with good neck support!

[@michellewood7183]

@@theTMJdoc I think my soft one has no neck support.

[@masratlone4013]

Hii doc I m suffering from cervical pain from last 5 months I carry the gas cylinder at home from the time i m suffering from neck pain in right side and from last month I am also suffering from face and tooth pain plzz give me the suggestion for my relief

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry but I cannot make specific recommendations for you over the internet and without examining you in person.

[@simarkaur1753]

Can middle ear infections adversely affect the TMJ as well

[@theTMJdoc]

yes

[@mikescudder4621]

OK, after about 20 videos i think i just realised what TMI is.... i must be getting old.

[@theTMJdoc]

😂

[@lonit1973]

for 2 months I've been having dental visits and antibiotics for what dentist thought maybe an unseen infection from left law to neck and lower scalp. antibiotics an tooth pulled. no help now crackling law and severe lower left side neck pain worse when waking up. what do you suggest I do

[@theTMJdoc]

sorry to hear this! I can't really make a suggestion for you without examining you in person.

[@shayshay-x2]

Hey, how are you now if you don’t mind me asking?

[@lonit1973]

@@shayshay-x2 very much improving ty for asking

[@shayshay-x2]

@@lonit1973 you are so welcome, I am glad you’re doing good. Did they ever say what it was?

[@lonit1973]

Yes tmj and also neck inflamation

[@oguzsozer8347]

So tmj can cause trapezius problems

[@theTMJdoc]

yes

[@oguzsozer8347]

@@theTMJdoc I knew it, some doctors just diagnose it as myofascial pain or fibromyalgia but I had a feeling it’s from the jaw and the cross bite on that side

[@sameepgadhavi9908]

Hello dr i have pain in soft palate like sore throat and ear pain on both side and also pain on around tmj. So is my oral symptoms is related to tmd?

[@theTMJdoc]

I really can't tell you about your specific condition without examining you in person.

[@ripley2229]

Hey I need some advise for tmj. I have experience some pain on my jaw and notice I have minor underbite on my teeth. When I opened my mouth i heard some clicking sound. Do I need to go to doctor or dentist or it will heal on it’s own? Thanks for replying.

[@theTMJdoc]

I would recommend seeing a TMJ Dentist.

[@hartejdogra1901]

When you jaw devate when open or closing after you hit your jaw how to fix it and what does that mean

[@theTMJdoc]

I cannot tell you what that means or how to fix it over the internet without an in-person examination. Sorry.

[@arjunurges]

Hi Doc, I live in New Delhi and have severe pain in my right occipital, tmj nd ptyeragoid. Also the right temporalis. Is it possible to have a zoom consult with you?

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi yes! You can email Alex at [e-mail] to set that up

[@arjunurges]

Will do

[@bhupendrasingharora6183]

@@arjunurges did you consult him

[@bhupendrasingharora6183]

@@arjunurges how are you now

[@Onmysheet]

Can stress/anxiety cause this, which can lead to Eustachian tube dysfunction? And can a upper cervical chiropractor treat this?

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m not sure if a chiropractor can help with Eustachian Tube Dysfunction. Sorry. Stress can increase clenching and grinding which can make the muscles surrounding the Eustachian tube inflamed which may lead to stuffy/congested ears.

[@Onmysheet]

@@theTMJdoc I google searched this and one source has said she's had her ETD 90% cured from a upper cervical chiropractor. It turned out she had a curved spine alignment, which can cause symptoms like ETD.

[@HeatherLouise1]

I have issues with my platysma muscle which is in spasm (left side) - could this be related to my TMJ issues?

[@theTMJdoc]

It could be. I’d recommend seeing a TMJ dentist or tmj physical therapist for evaluation. :)

[@shiwanirauniyar6495]

Hey doc does broken tooth can lead to tmj I have been using only one side my jaw becoz of broken tooth should I get filled

[@theTMJdoc]

An infected tooth can mimic TMJD. I don't feel comfortable advising you on getting your tooth filled without examining you in person.

[@shiwanirauniyar6495]

@@theTMJdoc ok thanks

[@theTMJdoc]

@@shiwanirauniyar6495 you’re welcome

[@shayshay-x2]

@@theTMJdoc I am having all of the symptoms of TMD I’ve been having dental work done so I’ve only been using one side of my mouth, I have a cavity but when the dentist did the X-ray she didn’t see any infections. I’ve been on antibiotics but nothing has changed. I’m looking for a TMJ dentist now but she insist that there may be an infection that she can’t see.

[@fluffyflo2602]

Trying to watch video but my god this lady is gorgeous!!

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@swathisree6124]

Hi Dr. I have tmj and currently im wearing braces but from 2 months im suffering from neck pain and hearing sounds near occipital lobes area very frequently and they are really huge even if i rotate my head little. Can the root cause be because of tmj? I told my doctor but he said to do stretches but they are not helping me.

[@theTMJdoc]

It could be, yes.

[@swathisree6124]

😐thanks for the confirmation doc.i will see for chiropractor now.but can this be permanently cured?..can u please suggest

[@theTMJdoc]

@@swathisree6124 I really cannot tell you that or make recommendations over the internet and without examining you in person. Sorry.

[@swathisree6124]

Understood...thank u for the reply

[@theTMJdoc]

@@swathisree6124 you’re welcome!

[@AKRED89]

I have tmj mostly my jaw any neck aches and touches my neck i can feel sensation and i have frequent sore throat can tmj cause sore throat please help im suffering from past 4 years???????

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes it can!

[@adarsh5345]

Hi i am 20 year male, i had my braces 7-8 months ago. Still treatment is going on, as my teeth are shifting forward (teeth were inward before and just one teeth was far forward), ican feel pressure on my jaw its also moving forward and due to which i can't rest my jaw not at all, which result increase in jaw pain and headache. When i said this to my dentist he said its very normal and will soon go away. Is he right?is it really normal? Because i can't really rest my jaw on upper teeth

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry I can’t tell you if this is normal without examining you in person.

[@maheshdusane6115]

Even some of the Tinnitus issues too is related to neck and TMJ

[@theTMJdoc]

yes.

[@Jworonow]

Absolutely love the informitive videos! I have a couple question. Does a DDS get a certification for TMJ or is their other way to tell the qualifications of the person who is treating TMJ? Is the jaw clicking associated with the pain or is it separate but just bothersome. Trying to say: can the pain go away and clicking remain or the other way around? Just great videos, thanks for being there for me!

[@theTMJdoc]

No there's not a certification for treating TMJ problems. The jaw clicking can be associated with the pain.

[@vickyhalvadiya2472]

Hi muje tmj dard he

[@theTMJdoc]

sorry to hear this!

[@SoteroA]

Everything you’re saying… is happening to me. 😬

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear that!

[@genetenz]

Alexander Grady - Taekwondo medallist in the 88 Seoul Korea Olympics is from Portland Oregon.

[@theTMJdoc]

👍🏼

[@JamieYates323]

I wish you were based in the uk. Every video I watch is exactly how i feel but no health care providers in the uk seem knowledgable in this area at all. I think there is only 1 nucca chiropractor in the uk :(

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this!

[@zaidrasool3351]

hi doc ...i feel neck pain sometimes and cracking sound while opening & closing mouth slowly since from 3 yrs & i feel like bulky ear near eardum towards downwords....plz give me suggestion ...should i go for dentist or ENT specialist

[@theTMJdoc]

I’d recommend ENT and a TMJ Dentist

[@zaidrasool3351]

@@theTMJdoc Thank you doc & thanks for the video's ...they are very informative

[@theTMJdoc]

@@zaidrasool3351 you’re welcome!

[@uporabnikgoogle6181]

Arggggg!!!

[@theTMJdoc]

?

[@uporabnikgoogle6181]

No it's just... good to know after so long why do I have neck pain and trigger spots on the left side of my trapezius, neck radiating to my head along with left TMJ disorder... 🙂