TMJ Dysfunction

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TMJ Clicking, Locking, or Jaw Pain?

If your jaw clicks, shifts, locks, or feels unstable — you’re not overreacting.

Many patients experience:
• Clicking or popping when opening
• Jaw deviation to one side
• Pain with chewing
• Headaches or facial tension
• Neck tightness
• Fear that something is “out of place”

These symptoms are real.
And they deserve a thoughtful, clinical approach.

What’s Actually Happening?

In many cases, jaw clicking involves disc displacement with reduction —
a small cartilage disc inside the joint temporarily shifts and then repositions during movement.

Why does this happen?

Often due to:
• Forward head posture
• Upper neck and thoracic misalignment
• Muscle overactivity (masseter, temporalis, pterygoids)
• Stress-driven clenching
• Altered joint loading patterns

The jaw does not function in isolation.
It is influenced by posture, muscle tone, and movement mechanics.

Can the Disc Improve Without Surgery?

In appropriate cases — yes.

At TheraCave, we use controlled, evidence-informed techniques to improve joint mechanics and disc coordination:

✔ Guided jaw opening in corrected cervical alignment
✔ Tongue-rest position retraining
✔ Controlled anterior translation drills
✔ Midline tracking with feedback
✔ Cervical and upper back repositioning
✔ Muscle tone normalization before movement retraining

The goal is not to force the disc —
but to restore mechanics so the joint moves more predictably and comfortably.

What About Botox?

Botox can reduce muscle overactivity in certain cases of severe clenching.

It may temporarily:

Decrease pain

Reduce masseter tension

Lower clenching intensity

However, Botox does not:

Correct posture

Improve joint tracking

Restore movement control

For some patients it may be supportive.
For others, restoring biomechanics reduces the need for it.

Every case is evaluated individually.

The TheraCave 12-Session TMJ Restoration Program

Our approach is layered and precise:

✔ Reduce protective muscle guarding
✔ Restore cervical and upper thoracic alignment
✔ Improve disc-condyle coordination
✔ Re-educate jaw movement patterns
✔ Improve chewing mechanics
✔ Address stress-related muscle tension

One-on-one.
Full 60-minute sessions.
Evidence-informed care.

Why TheraCave?

Advanced manual therapy

Movement re-education

Whole-body biomechanics

Non-invasive, clinical approach

What Customers Are Saying

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   Vincenzo Giruzzi 
 October 9, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience! Heshem and team does such a great job. Detail oriented and really cares about his patience five stars!!
  
 
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   Susan Casbarro 
 October 6, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Without a doubt this is the best Physical Therapy experience I have ever had (and I have had several). I have worked with Ayoub Zianai (AZ) and Hesham Abdel-Salam and they are both consummate professionals. A very thorough evaluation was done to start and a treatment plan reviewed. So much more extensive than other PT facilities which just take the referring Dr's prescription and assign exercises. Each week we discuss what is happening and modifications are made if necessary. Both practitioners are easy to speak with and very caring. I highly recommend TheraCave!
  
 
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   Dakota Orlando 
 October 5, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t recommend Theracave enough! I came in with herniated discs in my neck that were causing arm pain and making it difficult to work out at all. Hesham took a truly one-on-one approach, helping me understand where the pain was coming from and working on strengthening the areas of my back that needed support. He told me he’d get me back in the gym, and after about 18 sessions, I’m slowly getting back to running and lifting weights with so much more confidence.

I also worked with Ayoub, who is lovely, attentive and patient. Both made me feel heard and supported throughout the process. The medical massages made a huge difference, with some of my pain going away and never returning, and the dry needling helped loosen things up.

What stands out most is their gentle, science-backed and detail-oriented approach. It’s clear they understand the body and take the time to address what’s actually causing your symptoms. If you’re working toward a goal and want truly personalized care, I highly recommend them!
  
 
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   Jessica Ale 
 October 4, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The physical therapist was amazing thank you noticing where my pain was for doing wonders on my neck. My neck was cracking like fireworks. Haha
  
 
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   Ayleen Quezada 
 October 4, 2026
 
 
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The small session I had with Hesham the physical therapist was great.
  
 
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   Poca Würinger 
 October 4, 2026
 
 
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   Jacob Valdellon 
 October 4, 2026
 
 
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   Mike Harrison 
 October 2, 2026
 
 
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I really love this practice. Has made a huge difference in my life! Thank you!
  
 
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 September 27, 2026
 
 
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