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Patient Raves
After having chronic pain from arthritis for more than 25 years, when I experienced debilitating back pain for several months, it was difficult to have hope in its improvement. After 8 sessions with Dr Groves, the pain was gone and I could return to all my previous exercises (body pump, water aerobics, Pilates). He is Great!
-Joan C.
I would recommend Groves PT to others because of their training and clear instruction with research supported information on exercises as well as dismissing various myths and unsupported approaches.
-Sarah S.
Other PT places I’ve gone to were unfriendly and cold. At Groves PT, I laughed at every visit. They were friendly, down to earth and actually made PT enjoyable.
-Katie W.
Since coming to Groves PT, I have achieved greater strength in my body. My legs feel stronger when walking. Dr Garrigues is a fun therapist to work with and the home exercises help me too! In the past, Dr Garrigues worked on my shoulder with equally successful results.
-Lill
The staff is knowledgeable, professional, and seem to genuinely care about your well being. Your recovery is clearly priority #1.
-Mike A.
- Q: What is TMD?
- A: The American Academy of Orofacial Pain has classified tempromandibular disorder (TMD) as a collection of symptoms that involve the tempromandibular joint (TMJ), or "jaw," and surrounding structures (facial muscles, ligaments, teeth, ears, neck, etc.).
- Q: What are the symptoms?
- A: Some common symptoms include:
- TMJ pain (pain in the joint)
- Face or "jaw" pain
- Ear pain
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Joint sounds (popping, clicking, or grinding)
- Muscle pain and/or tenderness
- Limited mandibular motion (limited mouth opening/closing or sideward movements)
- Neck pain
- Q: Who is at risk for developing TMD symptoms?
- A: Both females and males are seen with symptoms. The ages range anywhere from 10-86 years.
The Basics - What Caused This and Who Can Help?
Some common causes of TMD are:
- Myofascial pain - the most common form of TMD, which is discomfort or pain in the muscles that control the jaw function and the neck and shoulder muscles.
- Internal derangement of the joint - a dislocated jaw or displaced disc, or injury to the condyle.
- Degenerative joint disease - such as osteoporosis or rheumatoid arthritis in the jaw joint.
* Note: A person can have one or more of these conditions at the same time.
Source: National Institute of Dental Research
The muscles of the jaw, neck, and shoulders are often contributors to TMD symptoms.
"A physical therapist is specially trained in the examination and treatment of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular problems." - American Physical Therapy Association
If you experience pain in the neck, face, jaw, head, or back, then you are a good candidate for physical therapy treatment.
The care you deserve
The Care You Deserve- At Groves PT we stay up to date on the newest strategies for managing TMD. Our physical therapists are trained in the most effective techniques and will guide you to becoming pain free.
