Im studying at the moment, it my notes it talks about the cervical area and just skims over problems with cervical area and may be caused by T.M.J syndrome, brachial neuritis and R.S.I. What is T.M.J syndrome, cant find anything in my books on it.
Thanks for your time.
2006-12-07 16:09:16 · 13 answers · asked by Emilie25 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Wow, thank you all for your speedy answers, I had no idea what it was. Very interesting. Thank you all for your time :)
2006-12-07 16:17:30 · update #1
TMJ dysfunction, sometimes labeled TMD, is a disharmony between the way the jaw joint works in its most unstrained position and the way the teeth occlude during those movements. There can be many causes of this disharmony. Some possible causes of this disharmony include tooth loss, restorative dentistry without properly adjusted occlusion, accidents (like whiplash), mal-positioned and/or underdeveloped cranial or jawbones, and perhaps habits like clenching or grinding the teeth. For optimal TMJ health to exist, there must be a harmony between the way the mandibular (lower jaw) condyle is positioned in the glenoid fossa (joint space) and the way the upper and lower teeth occlude (come together). If this harmony does not exist, one or more of four conditions will develop. There could be:
excessive wear patterns on the teeth
fracturing of the teeth
loosening of the some or all of the teeth
development of any or all of the TMJ dysfunction symptoms explained elsewhere in this website.
Often we will be able to recognize one or more of the first three above mentioned conditions prior to the onset of TMJ dysfunction symptoms and take steps to prevent their occurrence.
There are always two components to the temporomandibular joint dysfunction: a structural component and a stress component.
good luck, this is hard subject. I suffer from this.
2006-12-07 16:13:45 · answer #1 · answered by citygirl22_1 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome
This is the joint that connects the temporal bone (the bone that forms the sides of the scull) with the mandible (the jaw bone). We use this joint more frequently than most of the other joints in our bodies. Every time we talk, chew, bite down, or swallow we put the TMJ to work. This condition produces pain in the muscles and joints of the jaw that can radiate to the face, neck, and head and even the shoulders. There also may be difficulty opening the mouth all the way, or clicking and popping noises when chewing, yawning, kissing or moving the joint. The most common causes of TMJ are a poor bite, and stress, combined with grinding of the teeth, especially at night. Gum chewing can make this problem even worse.
TMJ syndrome, is an acute or chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint, which connects the lower jaw to the skull. The disorder and resultant dysfunction can result in significant pain and impairment.
2006-12-07 16:17:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
TMJ Syndrome is where your'e tell your'e Dentist is that your'e only one who can Occasionally yeah your'e jaw is hurting so you need to have it checked out.
2016-03-28 22:52:04 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have no idea what it has to do with anything in the cervical area, but I am absolutely sure that T.M.J. is an oral disease commonly referred to as Lockjaw. This is related to tetanus and is a condition where you are unable to move your jaw. This often prevents people from closing their mouths. The treatment includes extensive oral surgery and then getting your jaw wired shut for a few weeks.
2006-12-07 16:11:11 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome
2006-12-07 16:19:37 · answer #5 · answered by nutter 59 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD or TMD), or TMJ syndrome, is an acute or chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint, which connects the lower jaw to the skull. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temporomandibular_joint_disorder
2006-12-07 16:11:56 · answer #6 · answered by stickymongoose 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
T.MJ Syndrome is short for Temporomandibular joint Syndrome. Google it. Here is one source http://www.emedicinehealth.com/temporomandibular_joint_tmj_syndrome/article_em.htm.
If I'm wrong, correct me.
2006-12-07 16:15:37 · answer #7 · answered by gdf_computer 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
TMJ
temporal manndible joint symdrome.
it has to dow with your jaw. those affected will hear a cliclking or popping sound when yawning chewing or talking. sometimes various braces can be worn to help it as well as dental surgery.
2006-12-07 16:12:25 · answer #8 · answered by kacsspock1221 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
type in tmj through yahoo answer search. i asked a question about it sometime this week. but it was on my other screen name. someone posted a LONG thing about TMJ on my question. it has alot of info...other wise google it. but i have TMJ and i'm actually having a bad case of it right now. its freaking AWFUL. i can barely eat. i'm not one to take pain medications either, but its getting so bad, i'm about to get the prescription filled! blah. good luck on your studies...sorry i couldnt help more...
2006-12-07 16:14:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
temporal mandibular joint
the jaw joint where it attaches under the ear.
problems arise when the joint does not connect smoothly, can be so mild as to be unnoticed, or so bad to need surgery. More on Webmd.
2006-12-07 16:13:08 · answer #10 · answered by winkcat 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋