TMJ Dysfunction PT
Posture Studio Physical Therapy takes a whole-body care approach to jaw pain. We address the effects of posture, breathing, movement patterns and nervous system regulation on jaw pain and teach each person how to manage their own self-care for lasting change.
Who Can Benefit from TMJ Dysfunction Physical Therapy?
TMJ dysfunction physical therapy can benefit people experiencing:
Jaw pain, stiffness, or locking
Clicking, popping, or grinding in the jaw
Headaches, migraines, or facial tension
Neck, shoulder, and upper back pain
Pain with chewing, speaking, or yawning
Limited or uneven jaw opening
Ear pain, pressure, ringing, or a feeling of fullness
Symptoms related to clenching, grinding, or stress-related tension
Additional benefits may include:
Reduced pain and muscle guarding
Improved jaw mobility and coordination
Decreased headache frequency and intensity
Better posture and head–neck alignment
Nervous system regulation by calming the pain–tension cycle
Long-term symptom management through movement education and self-care
What Is TMJ Dysfunction?
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJD) can cause jaw pain, clicking or popping, headaches, facial tension, neck discomfort, and difficulty opening or closing the mouth comfortably.
At Posture Studio, we take a whole-body approach, looking beyond the jaw at factors such as posture, neck and shoulder mobility, breathing, muscle tension, and movement patterns that may be contributing to your symptoms.
How Can Physical Therapy Help?
TMJD treatment may include:
Hands-on treatment of the jaw, neck, and upper spine
Soft tissue and joint mobilization
Postural and movement retraining
Breathing and relaxation strategies
Exercises to improve mobility, strength, and control
Education and strategies for managing symptoms independently
Our goal is to reduce discomfort, improve jaw function, and give you the tools to manage your symptoms long-term.
Meet Rebecca Brown, DPT and TMJD Therapist
Rebecca Brown, DPT is an orthopedic physical therapist who also specializes in sports rehabilitation and TMJD PT.
Rebecca integrates her background in dance, Pilates, and physical therapy to help clients build strength, restore balance, and move with confidence. Her approach combines functional movement assessment, hands-on treatment, and personalized exercise programs to address the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction.
In practice, Rebecca focuses on orthopedic rehabilitation, functional strength, and movement re-education. She enjoys helping clients return to the activities they love—whether that’s daily movement, sports, or creative expression—by improving alignment, control, and resilience.
“Rebbeca has helped me recover from several injuries and surgeries over several years. She is an extraordinary physical therapist. She is extremely knowledgeable, always eager to listen, patient, and adaptive to one’s particular situation. I can’t say enough good things about her.”