North Coast Head Neck & Jaw Centre

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Appointments available in Ballina

We treat:
Headache & Migraine
Neck & Jaw pain
Whiplash & Concussion
Dizziness, Vertigo & BPPV

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Workcover
Private health rebates

24/02/2026

Don’t neglect your eyes! Plenty of good resources available on this topic if you’re interested to learn more. If you’re a practitioner I can recommend the Complete Concussion online course.

12/02/2026

Part 2!

06/02/2026

This is a massive topic and I don’t plan these videos so I forgot lots of really important things.

Suspect UCI if patient has ongoing neck symptoms, worsened by neck movements or postures that are relieved lying flat. Symptoms may be mild and just neck pain/headaches or more severe - this is a massive spectrum and can change day to day. Further suspect UCI if patient has generalised hyper-mobility or other symptoms/signs indicative of connective tissue disorder.

Diagnosis is difficult and may not be necessary to manage people with mild-moderate musculoskeletal symptoms. For people with sever symptoms or neurological symptoms that indicate brain stem or cord compression further imaging and collaboration with GP and specialists will be important. Normal imaging modalities (standard X-ray and supine MRI) aren’t always enough to see instability so trusting patient history and clinical findings….

08/01/2026

Bring on 2026

16/12/2025

It’s estimated that over 25% of the general population has some form of jaw disorder. The most common structural problem is internal derangement of the articular disc. This can cause disc displacement which can lead to audible clicking and popping sounds when opening or closing the mouth. For the majority, this will be no more than an annoying sound but for others it will progress and have a larger impact on quality of life.

In acute displacement (usually trauma to the chin or jaw in sport or a fall) manual relocation of the disc is often effective in resolving the issue. For chronic issues we often work on the jaw with manual therapy and combine joint mobilisation, massage, and stretching with home exercises and self-management advice. This can take time to make changes and we are often battling behavioural and postural habits.

If you have persistent jaw issues, get in touch or make a booking to come see how we can help. Link in bio.

27/11/2025

Part 2 in our jaw series: Myogenic TMD.
Definitely the most common presentation in the clinic here is jaw pain and stiffness relating to muscle overuse.

30/10/2025

Probably one of my favourite things to talk about and treat in the clinic. Jaw problems are ridiculously common and often poorly treated and managed. This is the first of a few videos on the topic depending on how interested people are in the subject matter, this one is an introduction - next week will talk specifically about myogenic TMD and how to treat it.

17/10/2025

This video is intended to help people look at persistent neck problems from a different perspective. The neck is important for our balance and if there is a mis-match of signals between the eyes, vestibular organs and neck, our brain can try to prevent unpleasant symptoms such as dizziness/vertigo. In some cases, this can be a contraction of neck muscles to prevent movement of the neck and head to reduce this input.

Treating dizziness and vertigo can be complex and may take some time depending on the cause and how long it has been present.

If you have dizziness/vertigo or you suspect it could be a part of your neck problem, get in touch to make an appointment or go online to book.

10/10/2025

As an osteopath we often end up treating the whole family. Sometimes parents will ask about how we can help manage their kids issues, most commonly headaches or jaw problems. We love helping to address these issues, particularly in the early stages where we can make a big difference in a short time.

If you’ve got questions about any of this, feel free to send a DM.

What’s not to love.✅ Convenient location✅ Plenty of parking✅ Easy access✅ Friendly and professional staff ✅ Relaxing env...
30/09/2025

What’s not to love.

✅ Convenient location
✅ Plenty of parking
✅ Easy access
✅ Friendly and professional staff
✅ Relaxing environment

Jaw pain or temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) is common and can be very frustrating to deal with. TMD is often associa...
10/07/2025

Jaw pain or temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) is common and can be very frustrating to deal with. TMD is often associated with headaches, bruxism, stress, anxiety, poor sleep, and neck pain amongst other issues. To really understand the cause of the problem, its important to understand the person with the problem.

Osteopathic treatment for TMD can be quite varied. For some people, improving their neck range of motion will be important and for others it may be necessary to glove up and massage jaw muscles within the mouth.

If you're experiencing symptoms of TMD find a practioner in your area who will look at the big picture and work with you to improve your health.

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32 Tamar Street
Ballina, NSW
2478

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30am

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