Facial pain (including Jaw joint disorders), neck and shoulder pain, headaches and migraines are very common in today's society, affecting approximately 20% of the population. The level of the problem can vary from an annoyance to a debilitating pain that impacts greatly on daily life.
The cause of these disorders can vary greatly and is often multi-factorial including poor posture, clenching or grinding of the teeth and even stress and anxiety. Frequently people who suffer from facial pain disorders often have neck and shoulder problems and/or headaches and vice-versa.
Symptoms that About Faces Physiotherapy specialises in treating include:
- Pain, fatigue or stiffness in the face, neck or shoulder girdle areas
- Pain in the face or jaw when opening the mouth or eating
- Acute locking of the jaw (open or closed)
- Noises in the jaw when eating
- Earache (referred pain to the ear)
- Ringing, buzzing, or blocked ear sensations
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Headaches or migraines
- Whiplash Associated Disorders
- Postural Problems