Targeted therapy for TMJ and jaw pain.
Jaw pain rarely starts in the jaw alone. Our therapists focus on the muscles, movement patterns, and habits driving your symptoms, with a structured plan built around your case and realistic goals for progress.
- 4 Edmonton locations
- 60s to book online
- Yes direct billing
Common symptoms
we see and work to reduce.
TMJ massage is not a cure. It is targeted manual therapy that can reduce tension, ease pain, and support better jaw function as part of a broader plan. Clients typically come to us with:
- Jaw pain or soreness
- Jaw tightness or limited movement
- Clicking or popping when opening the jaw
- Clenching or grinding (bruxism)
- Tension headaches
- Facial tension across the temples and cheeks
- Neck and upper shoulder tension tied to jaw dysfunction
- Sensation of an uneven or "off" bite
Rarely one cause.
Usually a pattern.
The jaw works inside a tight loop of muscles, joints, and daily habits. Most cases involve more than one contributor. Good treatment addresses what we can work on manually while being honest about what belongs with your dentist, physician, or daily routine.
- Stress and nervous system load
- A braced jaw is often a braced body. The jaw is one of the first places tension shows up, and one of the last to let go.
- Posture and desk work
- Forward head position puts steady load on the neck and jaw. Hours at a screen add up quietly across a week.
- Daytime clenching
- Most people clench during workouts, deadlines, and focused work without noticing. What starts as a habit becomes a symptom.
- Nighttime grinding
- Bruxism can work the jaw for hours during sleep. A night guard protects your teeth, but does not settle the muscles driving the pressure.
- Dental and structural factors
- Bite alignment, recent dental work, or a night guard that needs adjusting. These often need to be sorted with your dentist in parallel with massage care.
A structured session,
built around your case.
Every appointment starts with a short assessment. From there, your therapist works through a sequence tailored to your presentation. Pressure is firm, specific, and always calibrated to your tolerance.
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Assessment
Range of motion, bite pattern, and where your tension chain begins. We map which muscles are working hardest and what habits or factors may be contributing.
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Neck and shoulder release
Targeted work on the suboccipitals, upper trapezius, SCM, and scalenes. The jaw rarely holds tension on its own, so we work the surrounding chain first so the jaw work has a chance to hold.
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External jaw work
Manual therapy on the temporalis and masseter, the muscles most commonly involved in tension headaches and jaw fatigue. Slow, specific pressure, not surface rubbing. You may feel referred sensation into the ear, teeth, or temple. That is common and expected.
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Intraoral work (when appropriate, always optional)
In some cases, intraoral work gives access to deeper jaw muscles that cannot be reached from the outside. It is offered only when clinically appropriate, only with your informed consent, and only by a therapist trained in the technique. Gloves are worn throughout. You are briefed before anything begins, and you can pause or stop at any time. If you prefer to skip it, external therapy remains a complete option.
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Home plan
One or two practical mobilizations and a simple habit cue you can use between visits. Short, specific, and actually usable, not a twelve-exercise handout.
Realistic expectations
for your progress.
Some clients notice meaningful relief after a single session. Others, especially those dealing with long-standing clenching, grinding, or chronic tension, benefit from several sessions over a few weeks. Your therapist will recommend a plan based on severity, contributing habits, and how your body responds between visits.
TMJ care is ongoing work. Massage can reduce symptoms and support better function, but durable improvement often depends on a few parallel changes: stress management, posture awareness, dental follow-up, or support from a physiotherapist. If something falls outside our scope, we will tell you directly and help you find the right next step.
Structured care,
not generic relaxation.
We are a therapeutic massage clinic built around assessment, treatment strategy, and tracked progress. Every session starts with a plan and ends with one. Your therapist communicates clearly about what is working, what is not, and what should involve another provider.
- Assessment first
- Every appointment begins with a short assessment of range, bite, and tension pattern. We work from what we find, not a fixed script.
- Treatment strategy
- A clear plan for each session and across the series, adjusted based on how you respond between visits.
- Honest scope
- When something needs a dentist, physician, or physiotherapist, we say so and help you take the next step.
- Trained for jaw work
- Therapists with specific training in jaw and facial soft tissue, including intraoral technique where clinically appropriate.
- Four locations, direct billing
- South Edmonton, Downtown, West Edmonton, and Sherwood Park. Direct billing to most major Canadian insurance providers. Coverage and copay vary by plan.
Clear answers, no jargon.
Does it hurt?
Pressure is firm and direct, but always calibrated to your tolerance. You will know what is coming before it happens, and your therapist stays below the threshold where the body starts to guard.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on severity and contributing habits. Some clients feel a meaningful difference after one session. Others benefit from several over a few weeks to see durable change. Your therapist will recommend a plan based on what we find during assessment.
Do I have to do the intraoral work?
No. Intraoral work is offered only when clinically appropriate and only with your informed consent. Gloves are worn throughout and you can stop at any time. Many clients start without it and revisit the option later. External therapy alone is effective for most cases.
Can I train on the same day?
Yes, at lighter intensity. Your muscles are in recovery mode for roughly 12 to 24 hours after a session. Save heavy training for the following day.
Do you direct bill insurance?
Yes. All four locations direct bill most major Canadian insurance providers. Coverage and copay vary by plan, so check with your insurer for the specifics of your benefits.
Do I need a referral from my dentist?
No referral is required. If you have been fitted for a night guard or formally assessed for TMD, bringing that context helps your therapist shape the plan.
Book a session and
get a real plan for your jaw.
First-time TMJ appointments run 60 minutes so your therapist has time to assess, treat, and set direction. Bring any relevant notes from your dentist or physician if you have them. Everything else, we cover on arrival.
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