The locking or clicking jaw (TMJ disc derangement)
It is a scary feeling when your jaw suddenly locks, it feels like something is stuck and you’re somewhat right! A locked jaw (trismus) occurs when the jaw joint is pulled into a dysfunctional position causing a severe limitation in the range of motion. This is usually caused by a muscle spasm in muscles we use for eating.
Patient empowerment- an active approach to treatment
To empower someone is to make them feel strong and confident. As healthcare practitioners, it is part of our role to help our patients feel empowered as we know that patient empowerment leads to better clinical outcomes.
What can I do about my snoring? A myofunctional therapy / Osteopathic approach
This article will discuss-
-Treatments for snoring
-The literature on Myofunctional therapy and snoring
-What ‘myofunctional therapy’ treatment methods were studied in the literature.
-Up sides of myofunctional therapy in relation to snoring
-Down sides of myofunctional therapy in relation to snoring
-Some guidance for the patient who is looking for a non-invasive approach to snoring.
Why are my shoulders ALWAYS tight?
This article will discuss-
-What makes the shoulder an unstable joint
-A quick anatomical note, explaining that the term ‘shoulder’ actually refers to 4 joints
-Five common reasons for shoulder tension & action points
Breathing mechanics and feelings of anxiety
This article will discuss-
How we can work with the breath
The relationship between the breath and feelings of anxiety
The question of whether there is a ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way for you to breath
Actionable ideas to improve your relaxed day-to-day breathing
Can Osteopathy (manual therapy) fix my tinnitus?
This article will discuss:
-Osteopathy and Tinnitus
-A manual therapy approach to tinnitus
-Tinnitus and TMJ function
-Tinnitus and neck posture / function
-Tinnitus and neural strain / compression
-Management of tinnitus is a team effort