TMJ Pain/Dysfunction:

Temporomandibular disorder is a term including different conditions involving the TMJ, the masticatory muscles, and their associated tissues that represent a clinical problem such as pain, limited jaw movements, and TMJ noises. When a patient with TMJ/TMD seeks treatment, a comprehensive initial evaluation is needed to determine if the patient would be a candidate for trigger point management/conservative care, referral to a dentist, or a combination of both.