Dystonia and the TMJ Connection: What Tests / Examinations Do You Need and Why

Welcome back to this weeks Dystonia and TMJ chat with Dr. Jeffrey L. Brown from Sleep & TMJ Therapy and Michelle McManus from the group: Dystonia, TMJ and the Connection on Facebook. Today they discuss what Dr. Brown looks for when screening patients and what imaging he prefers when diagnosing and treatment planning. Michelle also shares a very helpful test that Dr. Brown recommends to see if there is an underlying TMJ problem. This test is called the "Stick Test". During the test the jaw joints are decompressed and many experience a decrease in symptoms. For our patients with Dystonia, many are able to turn their head, straighten their head and increase their range of motion. Please know that if you did not have an immediate positive experience with the Stick Test, it does not mean that TMJ treatment wouldn't help you. Many patients with movement disorders have been suffering for years and it may take several months to a year in treatment before symptoms start reducing. If you think about it, it took many years to get to the place you are now. That means it will take time to reduce inflammation, correct the displacement, prevent future damage and align the body again. Link to the "Stick Test": https://sleepandtmjtherapy.com/wp-con... Tune in next week for another discussion regarding TMJ Dysfunction and Dystonia. If you have any questions you would like answered, please let us know in the comments below! Join the conversation online by joining Michelle's group:   / 628985300578193   Check out Dr. Brown's website: www.sleepandTMJtherapy.com Thanks for watching! P.S- We are working on fixing the sound interference issues so bare with us! If you need any clarification, please let us know. Dr. Jeffrey L. Brown, DDS, Fellow AACFP Sleep Apnea / TMD / Ortho (703) 821-1103 2841 Hartland Rd. Suite 301 Falls Church, VA 22043 [email protected]