04/06/2026
Jaw pain, headaches, popping, grinding, or ringing in the ears? TMJ symptoms are more common than most people realize—and massage therapy can help.
What trigger points are:
Trigger points are tight, dehydrated muscle knots that can refer pain to other areas of the body. In TMJ cases, they often send pain into the jaw, teeth, head, or ears.
Key muscles involved in TMJ pain:
➡ Masseter (jaw-clenching muscle)
➡ Pterygoids (chewing and grinding motions)
➡ Temporalis (above the ear)
➡ Neck and upper shoulder muscles like the trapezius
How trigger point therapy helps:
✅ Locates and releases active trigger points
✅ Improves blood flow and oxygen to the tissue
✅ Reduces referred pain patterns
✅ Restores normal jaw movement
Although trigger point therapy can feel intense, it’s always done within your comfort level—and results can be immediate and long-lasting.
Waking up with jaw pain, headaches, or teeth grinding?
👉 Schedule a therapeutic massage with a skilled provider who understands TMJ.
Learn more and book online now at: https://moyerwellness.com/trigger-point-treatment-of-tmj/
