Are you approaching TMJ dysfunction by focusing on the jaw only? Discover how lasting symptom relief necessitates more global thinking! The intensity of pain and limitations imposed by TMD can quickly turn life upside down for your patient. However, with application of the correct skills, you can get your patient walking, talking and chewing gum like a boss!
With an understanding of the pathomechanics and function of the TMJ complex, you will be able to address everyday activities like chewing and yawning — plus facial, head, neck and even ear pain caused by mobility impairments of the jaw and cervical spine.
Learn how to avoid tunnel vision and only ‘treating symptoms’ by discovering how much the entire cervical spine and even thoracic spine positioning impacts the TMJ. You will learn easy to apply and effective techniques to integrate:
You will gain essential skills to successfully treat this multifaceted diagnosis with techniques that reduce pain on the very first visit. Prolong the effects of your manual therapy with proven HEP tactics that help with everyday activities like eating, smiling, and yawning without pain.
Best of all? This specialty has tremendous potential to generate consistent referrals to your practice without the need of costly equipment. Don’t underestimate the occurrence of TMJ dysfunction or the value and diversity of this clinical skillset – purchase today!
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Dr. Theresa Schmidt is an orthopedic physical therapy specialist and massage therapist integrating traditional and alternative medicine with emphasis on manual therapy, precision exercise, wellness, Reiki, hypnosis, and mindfulness. She presented for NASA/Inomedic, Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic, Vanderbilt Med, Wake Med, and professional associations. She received her doctorate at UNE and served as faculty at Touro PT Programs and CUNY Queens Colleges in NY. She is a published author, Expert Consultant, Reiki Master Instructor, and hypnotherapist in private practice at Educise® in New Hampshire. www.educise.com.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Theresa Schmidt is the president of Educise, P.C., and has an employment relationship with CEU Connection.com. She receives a speaking honorarium, a consulting fee, and recording royalties from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Theresa Schmidt is a member American Physical Therapy Association and the American Massage Therapy Association.
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