How to Find the Best Chiropractor Near Me is a blog about how to find the best chiropractor near you for you and your loved ones.

As you would expect with any doctor, you want a chiropractor who is experienced, empathetic and is committed to their patient’s individual health needs. This means really listening and doing a thorough examination to get to the root of their patient’s problems.  They should tailor treatment plans to the individual needs of each patient. You don’t want to go to a place that gives the same adjustment to everyone.  You are special and deserve special individualized care designed just for you. 

Dr. Natalie Meiri has over 20 years of chiropractic experience in private practice treating patients of all ages with a variety of conditions.  And she is board certified in chiropractic.

What Chiropractic Techniques does the chiropractor use?

There are many Chiropractic Techniques and some are better than others.  However, make sure they’re utilizing techniques that are evidence based care. Furthermore, a great chiropractor should be well-versed in both traditional and modern chiropractic techniques.  They should also be actively seeking out new research and innovative methods.  You can call their office to ask about their techniques and also browse their website.  At Meiri Chiropractic in West Palm Beach, Dr. Natalie Meiri utilizes the gentlest techniques to adjust your spine and extremities (arms and legs).

Do some Research

Of course, asking for recommendations is a good idea, but you can also do your own research by reading reviews.  Additionally, if you have a special case, look for a chiropractor who has treated such cases. Communication is key so perhaps a phone call or in person consult before the visit may help.  In other words, your chiropractor should be open to questions and concerns.  Moreover, they should be willing to explain the reasoning behind their recommendations. 

The statement, ” Chiropractor Near Me” implies you are looking for someone close to your job or home. The next question is, do they have long wait times?  Because if they are close, but you are always waiting a long time, what difference does it make to travel?  Ask how long the treatments are and how long the wait is? At Meiri Chiropractic, we have patients who travel 10 minutes or quite a while for their visit.  If they travel far, they know we will spend time with them and their appointments will be on time.  We are also open on Saturdays!

The best chiropractors focus on outcomes. 

Next, a good chiropractor should be focused on helping patients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. You should feel knowledgable about your condition after your visit.  For instance, you should leave your visit understanding your condition and how your treatment plan will get you better. 

A good chiropractor will also take a holistic approach and educate you on optimal health.  They e should even offer tips for lifestyle changes to prevent re-injury. They’ll help you with your posture, nutrition, exercise habits, or stress levels. A good chiropractor understands that true wellness involves multiple factors.

A good chiropractor will not only support your recovery, but also help you maintain optimal health.

Education is important, and the best chiropractors know how to provide it.  They will guide you to maintenance or supportive care, but never pressure you for unnecessary treatments. Your chiropractor should operate with complete transparency, integrity and have a genuine passion for improving lives. Finally, your chiropractor should always be upfront about any costs and your expected prognosis (outcome).

The best chiropractors use a variety of modalities and methods depending on the conditions their patients have.  They are not afraid to say, “I’m not sure, let me get back to you.” And then find a better answer or adjustment/modality to provide complete healing.  

Dr. Natalie Meiri is excited to see her patients recover, move better, and live without pain. At Meiri Chiropractic in West Palm Beach, Dr. Natalie Meiri goes the extra mile, ensuring her patients get the best care possible.  Meiri Chiropractic is known for having a clean, welcoming environment where you feel relaxed, comfortable and well cared for.

How to Find the Best Chiropractor Near Me

Meiri Chiropractic is known for all the good chiropractor qualities above and more!

Don’t wait, just call Meiri Chiropractic today at 561-253-8984 to make an appointment.

Are you experiencing pain and stiffness due to poor posture?  Chiropractors can help posture problems for you and your family.  The position in which we hold our bodies is our posture. If we don’t have good posture while standing, sitting, or lying down, it will eventually lead to pain and dysfunction. This post is about Chiropractic West Palm Beach: How to Improve Your Posture.

Bad Posture Disrupts Your Homeostasis

Did you know postural asymmetry is a challenge to your homeostasis? Homeostasis is your body’s ability to maintain a stable internal environment. This is despite external changes.  And this is achieved through various physiological mechanisms. 

Postural asymmetry leads to areas of possible muscular imbalance, bony asymmetry and mechanical stress. In other words, bad posture leads to strains, shoulder pain, headaches, TMJ problems and back pain. Eventually, bad posture may lead to osteoarthritis (“wear and tear” arthritis). Without good posture, you will be fatigued.  Bad posture can also cause you to loose some of your height.  Furthermore, bad posture will affect your circulation, digestion and even bring on breathing difficulties. So the physical limitation of your lungs and abdominal organs caused by a loss of height due to bad posture causes a higher risk of heart disease, stroke, and respiratory mortality. Lastly, you will appear less confident without good posture.

What Can You Do To Have Good Posture?

First, avoid excessive sedentary activities.  For instance, sitting, reading, watching T.V., playing video games, and using a computer, etc.  And try to practice proper ergonomics.  There are also other activities such as gardening or even playing a musical instrument that can lead to bad posture.  Moreover, activities that lead to bending and lifting can lead to back aches if done improperly.

Second, try to have good posture in all activities.  “Good posture” refers to the position of your spine in your neck and back. Your spine runs from the back of your skull through your lower back. You have three natural curves to the spine in your neck, middle of your back, and lower back. When you are standing or sitting with good posture, your head, shoulders, and hips should all be in line with one another.

Many people struggle with poor posture around the natural curves to the spine…

Third, poor posture can occur in your neck when you hunch forward over a keyboard or workspace for long hours of the day.  Next, this can cause you to roll your shoulders forward and hold your head too far forward. Poor posture can also be from slouching or hunching your back.  Specifically, it can happen more when you are in an unsupportive chair or while driving.  To have good posture, think of your ears, shoulders, and hips in a straight line with your body weight equally distributed across both legs. 

Fourth, focus on keeping your head held up, shoulders back, and stomach tucked in. Also, when sitting, try to keep your legs bent 90 to 120 degrees perpendicular to the ground. And your weight should be evenly distributed over both hips.  Next, your feet should be flat on the floor.

Fifth, good posture while sleeping is crucial.  After all, you should be sleeping 8 hours a night.  This is a long time to keep the same posture.  So sleeping on your stomach can increase your back and neck strain.  It’s best to sleep on your back on a firm bed.  And side sleeping is acceptable.  However, side sleepers should focus pillow support between the head and neck, not the shoulder.

How Can Chiropractic Care Help Correct Your Posture?

Chiropractic care can help you restore your healthy spinal curvature. And if you’ve been suffering from pain and stiffness due to poor posture, this will dissipate as well.  

At your first visit, your chiropractor will start with an exam. During this exam, they will identify a diagnosis and any postural imbalances. Subsequently, your chiropractor will develop a treatment plan of correction through adjustments.

A chiropractor can also use soft tissue techniques/therapy to work on strained soft tissue, (e.g. muscles). Afterward, your chiropractor will guide you through strengthening exercises.  This builds up your postural muscles.  Ultimately, all this leads to posture correction.

Throughout the process, your chiropractor will teach you how to move to encourage a neutral spine/ good posture.  This is important to prevent re-injury, maintain proper alignment and the health benefits of chiropractic care.

Chiropractic Care Adjusts More Than Just Bad Posture

A visit for a chiropractic adjustment resets your nervous system.   Chiropractic does more than just help with pain management.

Look great and move better.  Find increased confidence from your good posture! People with good posture can expect more balance and coordination, energy levels, reduced stress/anxiety, and better athletic performance. Are you ready to have good posture, better health and a better life?  Call 561-253-8984 today to make an appointment or to find out more about Chiropractic West Palm Beach: How to Improve Your Posture.

Evidence suggests that chiropractic care, including spinal manipulation, improves migraine and cervicogenic headaches.  However, researchers have many theories.  There are studies to explain beyond the “vascular dilation” and “muscle contraction” theories.  This post is about  West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches and Hormones, Part III of the Headache blogs.

West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches and Hormones and Women

Hormones influence the nerve cells that react to increases in serotonin and “natural opioids” (natural pain-relieving substances).  The concentration of levels of serotonin in the blood (plasma levels) have been found to increase significantly in women experiencing headaches.  Specifically, migraine with aura (sensory disturbances) and those with tension-type headaches are effected. Interestingly, this increase was not seen in women with migraine without aura.

Migraines during menstruation seems to occur due to “estrogen withdrawal/imbalance”.  A high  percent of migraine attacks in women are associated with menstruation.  With pregnancy, there is an increased level of estrogen.  Subsequently, with menopause, there is a decreased level of estrogen.  These changes show a pattern in headache manifestations. For example, migraine sufferers typically improve during pregnancy, especially after the first trimester. Moreover, this improvement is suspected to be related to sustained high levels of estrogen.

However, migraine prevalence definitely decreases with age. Nevertheless, menopause, however, may even trigger the onset or return of migraine.  Again, some studies indicate that estrogen replacement therapy increases or exacerbates migraines. Accordingly, studies indicate estrogen alone or in combination with testosterone helps relieve migraine sufferers.

West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches and Hormones and Menopause

How do menopause symptoms occur?  After 12 months without menstruating, a woman is in menopause. The average age of menopause onset in the Unites States is 51.

Decreased circulating levels of estrogen with menopause appear to affect the central nervous system via the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is a small but important area in the center of the brain between the pituitary gland and thalamus. It plays an important role in hormone production and helps to stimulate many important processes in the body. The hypothalamus controls body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems.  It is also involved in sleep and emotional activity.

So 95% of perimenopausal and menopausal women experience “hot flashes”. These flushing and sweating episodes are sudden in onset and last several minutes.  A sensation of face and neck hotness extends to the front of the chest. The skin temperature may increase as much as 2-5° degrees more.  Next, there may result wetting of clothing through excess perspiration. Physiologic responses that also occur include an increase in heart rate perceived sometimes as palpitations.

Furthermore, there may be symptoms of headache, dizziness, and nausea during the episodes.  Many women have night sweats and also have difficulty falling asleep. And often awaken early without being able to fall back to sleep. Approximately 80% of women experience these episodes for more than 1 year.  And as many as 20% of women have symptoms for more than 5 years.

Menopause and Joint Pain Leading to Cervicogenic Headaches

A common symptom often associated with hormonal changes is pain. More than half of women experience Arthralgia (pain in a joint) around the time of menopause. The causes of joint pain in postmenopausal women can be difficult to determine.  This is because the period of menopause coincides with a rising incidence of chronic rheumatic conditions such as osteoarthritis. Nevertheless, the prevalence of arthralgia does appear to increase in women going through menopausal transition.  Studies have shown this to result from reduction in estrogen levels. This may have to do with various interactions between sex hormones and pain processing pathways, immune cells and chondrocytes (cartilage cells).

Given a growing concern regarding estrogen replacement therapy, a search for alternatives in the management of menopause is prevalent. Many studies have found that the use of alternative therapies for menopause symptoms is common.  And women who use them generally find them to be beneficial. Chiropractic intervention in the treatment of postmenopausal climacteric symptoms especially in the area of joint pain and headaches is effective.

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Treatment at Meiri Chiropractic for Headaches

Our spectrum of therapies at Meiri Chiropractic  including adjustments, soft tissue techniques and therapeutic exercises (stretching and strengthening) will get you feeling better!

Your chiropractor will examine, diagnose and determine your best course of chiropractic treatment for headaches. Call us in West Palm Beach at 561-253-8984 to schedule an appointment or to find out more about West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches and Hormones.

References:

Thomas Souza, (2018) Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor

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Evidence suggests that chiropractic care, including spinal manipulation, improves migraine and cervicogenic (originating in neck) headaches.  However, researchers have many theories.  There are studies to explain beyond the “vascular dilation” and “muscle contraction” theories.  This post is about  West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Migraines and Cervicogenic Headaches.

West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Migraines, Cranial Parasympathetic Nerve Reactions, and the Facial Nerve

First, the cranial parasympathetic nerve reactions occurs between neurons (nerve cells) in the pons (part of brainstem that links brain and spinal cord). Accordingly, this parasympathetic output is part of the nervous system that slows the heart, dilates blood vessels, decreases pupil size, increases digestive juices, and relaxes muscles in the gastrointestinal tract. So the parasympathetic nervous system controls the body’s ability to relax.

Second, this is regulated through your head and neck’s autonomic nervous system. And this is a component of the peripheral nervous system that regulates involuntary physiologic processes. Lastly, this is referred to as the trigeminal-autonomic reflex.  Moreover, this may be overstimulated in persons with cluster and migraine headaches.

Third, another structure involved in migraine headaches is the sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG), a branch of the facial nerve. The SPG apparently contains a small percentage of trigeminal fibers (cranial nerve V).  It appears that the SPG may start vasodilation of cerebral blood flow when the trigeminal ganglion is stimulated.  And the trigeminocervical nucleus is a continuous column of neurons. This is formed by the caudal (back) end of the spinal nucleus of the trigeminal nerve and the dorsal (back) horn of the upper cervical spinal nerves (C1-C3). In other words, it is formed by nerves C1-C3 in your neck and cranial nerve 5. 

Fourth, Scientists propose that chiropractic manipulation to these areas relieves headaches.

West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Migraines and Dopamine

Additionally, Scientist looked at the relationship between dopamine and migraine.  And Dopamine is a neurotransmitter. This is a chemical messenger in the brain.  It plays a crucial role in bodily functions: reward system, movement, attention and focus, mood.

In one study, they assumed that depression and pain is caused by an imbalance or a deficiency of neurotransmitters (serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine).   Also, they found long-term relief for chronic headaches. In conclusion, Chiropractic adjustments can trigger the release of endorphins such as dopamine. Endorphins are natural, feel-good chemicals produced by the body. They act as natural painkillers and mood enhancers.

As noted above, Scientists are looking at the connection between the nervous system and headaches.

A 2014 report in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) found that interventions commonly used in chiropractic care improved outcomes for the treatment of acute and chronic neck pain and an increased benefit was shown in several instances where a multimodal approach to neck pain had been used⁽¹⁾. Also, a 2011 JMPT study found that chiropractic care, including spinal manipulation, can improve migraine and cervicogenic headaches. (2)

West Palm Beach Chiropractor : Treatment at Meiri Chiropractic for Headaches

Our spectrum of therapies at Meiri Chiropractic  including adjustments, soft tissue techniques and therapeutic exercises (stretching and strengthening) will get you feeling better!

Your chiropractor will examine, diagnose and determine your best course of chiropractic treatment for headaches . Call us in West Palm Beach at 561-253-8984 to schedule an appointment.   Start getting headache relief today! And check back for the next post: West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Migraines and Cervicogenic Headaches.

References:

^{1. Bryans R, Descarreaux M, Duranleau M, et al. Evidence based guidelines for the chiropractic treatment of adults with neck pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2014; 37: 42-63.
2. Bryans R, Descarreaux M, Duranleau M, et al. Evidence based guidelines for the chiropractic treatment of adults with headache. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2011; 34: 274-89.}

3. Thomas Souza, (2018) Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor

Evidence suggests that chiropractic care, including spinal manipulation, improves migraine and cervicogenic (originating in neck) headaches.  However, researchers have many theories.  There are studies to explain beyond the “vascular dilation” and “muscle contraction” theories.  This post is about  West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches, Part I.

West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches Involving Serotonin and Sensory Input

Apparently, a neurologic event occurs associated with an imbalance of serotonin during headaches. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that works with bodily functions.  This includes mood, sleep, appetite, anxiety, digestion, and sexual desire. So too little or too much serotonin may contribute to headaches.  And it matters where it occurs. Typically, too little serotonin in your central nervous system is the primary cause of headaches.

Moreover, increased local vascular concentrations of serotonin may be part of an inflammatory cascade.  These inflammatory chemicals  include substance P. Substance P is a neurotransmitter found in the brain and spinal cord.  It plays a role in transmitting pain signals.  Ultimately, a neurogenic (originating from nervous system) vascular inflammation results.  Truly there are numerous chemical reactions causing headaches.

West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches involving Sensory Input and Skull structures

Firstly, dysfunction of brain stem control of various sensory input could be a major factor for headaches. For example, parts of the cranial (skull) blood vessels and the dura (membrane covering the brain) may be dysfunctioning. These are innervated (supplied) by the trigeminal nerve (5^th cranial nerve). This nerve plays a crucial role in providing sensory and motor functions to your face and head. 

Secondly, posterior fossa structures (back of the skull) are innervated by the C2 (neck spinal nerve 2) nerve roots. Next, input from the trigeminal-innervated structures pass through a group of nerve cells called trigeminal ganglion.  These synapse in the trigeminocervical nucleus (cranial nerve 5 and neck complex). Information is then sent through the spinal cord nerve tract called the trigeminothalamic tract.  And this is after decussating (crossing over) in the brainstem.

Thirdly, control of this nociceptive (sensation of pain) information is believed to come from various brainstem nerve cell bodies. Therefore, the convergence of afferent (incoming) information come from cervical spinal nerves. Next, together with the trigeminal nerve in the trigeminocervical nucleus may serve to explain a referred pain mechanism. 

West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches involving Anatomical Structures

Anatomically, the trigeminocervical nucleus is a continuous column of neurons.  This is formed by the caudal (back) end of the spinal nucleus of the trigeminal nerve and the dorsal (back) horn of the upper cervical spinal nerves (C1-C3). In other words, it is formed by nerves C1-C3 in your neck and cranial nerve 5.  As a consequence, the result may be either referral to the head and face from irritation in the neck.  And/ or referral of neck pain from dysfunction of intracranial pain-sensitive structures (e.g., intracerebral blood vessels causing head pain). Therefore, structures innervated by CI-C3 including C2-C3 intervertebral disk annular fibers, deep muscles, joints, ligaments, and connections to the dura mater may be sources of referred pain to the head. Scientists propose that chiropractic manipulation to these areas relieves headaches.

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Treatment at Meiri Chiropractic for Headaches

Our spectrum of therapies at Meiri Chiropractic  including adjustments, soft tissue techniques and therapeutic exercises (stretching and strengthening) will get you feeling better!

Your chiropractor will examine, diagnose and determine your best course of chiropractic treatment for headaches . Call us in West Palm Beach at 561-253-8984 to schedule an appointment.   Start getting headache relief today and check back for the next post: West Palm Beach Chiropractor: The Science Behind Headaches, Part II.

References:

Thomas Souza, (2018) Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor

Headaches are troublesome to you.  You may loose time from your work and social life. Financially, it causes a burden on your wallet and the health care system.  They say almost $14 billion is lost annually due to loss of productivity.  A research study found that headaches effect your quality of life more than other conditions such as osteoarthritis (wear and tear arthritis), hypertension and diabetes. Moreover, even children experience a decrease in their quality of life due to headaches.  It has been said that up to 12% of children ages 5 to 15 and 30% of teenagers experience migraine headaches. Furthermore, women report more headaches than men.  And statistics show over 35 million Americans have suffered from migraine headaches.

Chiropractic Care in West Palm Beach: Facts about Headaches

Firstly, headaches are one of the most common ailments.  Many link their headaches to the flu, excessive alcohol drinking, low blood sugar and menstruation/menopause.  In other words, many people are aware of the cause of their headaches.

Secondly, many people resort to over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Truly, headaches may be the most common reason for the use of OTC pain medications.  

Thirdly, when a person goes to the doctor it is due to severe pain. The headache has become incapacitating (affecting work/life).  Also, you may be worried that there maybe a life-threatening cause (e.g. tumor).

Fourthly, you may seek evaluation and treatment after head trauma. Additionally, headaches are often a complaint following whiplash (e.g. motor vehicle accident).

Lastly, almost 50 percent of people with headaches look for alternative management. And Chiropractic care was the most common alternative therapy sought by these patients.

Chiropractic Care in West Palm Beach: Natural Treatment/Management of Headaches

The vast majority of headaches are benign (not life threatening).   The most common include: migraine, tension-type, cervicogenic and cluster headaches. Typically, patients are diagnosed through their history and examination.  Nevertheless, imaging (e.g. X-ray/ MRI) may be needed to rule out more serious causes.

Research indicates a definite relationship between cervical (neck) and spinal dysfunction and headaches. Many studies show improvement with chiropractic manipulation.  And there is definite advantages with chiropractic versus the use of medication. For example, the Duke University study that completed a process begun by the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research for chiropractic.   So this study not only supported chiropractic joint manipulation, but also supported soft tissue procedures/ techniques for headache relief.

Other natural therapies suggested in research are: exercise, nutritional/supplement recommendation, and physiotherapy.

Chiropractic Care in West Palm Beach: Treatment at Meiri Chiropractic for Headaches

Our spectrum of therapies at Meiri Chiropractic will get you feeling better!

First, you will receive  chiropractic adjustments to your neck and spine.  Second, various soft tissue techniques and exercises (stretching and strengthening) will be provided.  Third, recommendations on diet and nutrition that trigger headaches are necessary. 

Meiri Chiropractic serving West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, North Palm Beach and the surrounding areas offers chiropractic care for headaches. Your chiropractor will examine, diagnose and determine your best course of chiropractic treatment for headaches . Call us in West Palm Beach at 561-253-8984 to schedule an appointment or to find out more about Chiropractic Care in West Palm Beach: Relief From Headaches.  Start getting headache relief today.

References:

Thomas Souza, (2018) Differential Diagnosis and Management for the Chiropractor

Did you know Chiropractors treat nonspinal joints such as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)? Applying manual hands on care and procedures to the nonspinal/peripheral joints is a special skill.  And this skill is taught in all accredited chiropractic schools. Irritation to the TMJ structures can cause symptoms such as ear pain, tinnitus, vertigo, subjective (patient’s perception) hearing loss, hyperacusis (increased sensitivity to sound), tongue pain, and muscle pain. Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Pain is about TMJ pain causes and how chiropractic can help.

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Temporomandibular Joint pain (TMJ) Anatomy

The TMJ is composed of:

–Synovial cavity– space between the bones in a synovial joint that’s filled with synovial fluid (nourishing thick fluid).

–Articular cartilage– specialized type of connective tissue that covers the ends of bones in joints.  It provides a smooth surface for joint movement.

-Articular capsule– fibrous connective tissue encloses the joint capsule

–Several ligaments- ligament is a band of tissue that connects bones and joints. Ligaments hold the TMJ in place and help move it properly.

–Disk- articular fibrocartilaginous structure located between the mandible (jaw bone) and the temporal bone (sides of skull).

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Pain Causes

TMJ problems can be due to developmental abnormalities, intracapsular diseases, and dysfunctional conditions:

-Developmental abnormalities include hypoplasia/hyperplasia (under or over development of TMJ)

-Impingements (pinching) of the various TMJ structures (e.g. coronoid process, synovial fold)

-Ossification (calcification) of TMJ ligaments (e.g. stylohyoid ligament; Eagle syndrome).

-Intracapsular (located within a capsule) diseases (e.g. disk adhesions/displacements, degenerative arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, infections, and gout)

Certainly, chiropractic can be helpful for the conditions above.  However, chiropractic excels in treatments of extracapsular (outside the capsule) conditions.  Indeed, these include myofascial pain syndromes and muscular imbalance.  Moreover, even capsular sprain, hypomobility (decreased movement), and hypermobility (increased movement) can be relieved through chiropractic care.

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Temporomandibular Joint Pain (TMJ) and the Cervical Spine (Neck)

There are definite clinical relationships between neck pain, headache, orofacial (mouth and face) pain, and abnormalities of chewing and swallowing. For example, a dysfunction in the TMJ and the atlanto-occipital (C0 and C1 joint) joint connection can cause head and neck pain.

Firstly, a biomechanical relationship exists between the cervical (neck) spinal segments and movements of the TMJ.  

Secondly, tension in the deep cervical (neck) fascia (three-dimensional matrix of loose connective tissue) that surrounds bone, muscle, visceral organs, and skin can cause TMJ dysfunction.  This is because the fascia helps to shape and support your TMJ.

Thirdly, activity of the hyoid (U-shaped bone in the neck) bone muscles play a part in TMJ health. So the hyoid bone moves during respiration, mastication, swallowing, and phonation.  These are functions affected by the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).

Fourthly, structures of the shoulder girdle can contribute to TMJ dysfunction.

Lastly, postural stresses, muscle tone, malocclusion/dysfunction of the teeth can affect the TMJ.

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Treatment for TMJ at Meiri Chiropractic

First, spinal adjustments to your neck and manipulation/mobilization to the TMJ and cranium (skull). Second, muscle stretching and soft tissue therapy, along with exercise, the use of modalities (i.e. heat therapy, electric muscle stimulation) and rehabilitation/ home exercises as necessary. Third, postural advice/ recommendations.

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Temporomandibular Joint Pain (TMJ)

Do you have TMJ pain or dysfunction? Call 561-253-8984 today to make an appointment or to find out more about Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Temporomandibular Joint Pain (TMJ).