Sleep Positions That Could Be Worsening Your TMJ Pain How TMJ/Buccal Massage can help.

Sleep Positions That Could Be Worsening Your TMJ Pain

If you wake up with jaw pain, tension headaches, or facial soreness, your sleep position might be part of the problem. For many dealing with TMJ disorder, how you sleep can directly impact your level of discomfort—and potentially make your symptoms worse.

How Sleep Affects TMJ

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is sensitive to pressure, tension, and alignment issues. Certain sleep positions can put stress on the jaw, neck, and head—causing muscles to tighten and inflammation to increase overnight.

Common culprits include:

• Sleeping on your stomach, which puts your head in a rotated position for hours.

• Side sleeping with your hand under your face or jaw, which applies direct pressure to the TMJ.

• Clenching or grinding teeth while sleeping, also known as sleep bruxism.

Best Sleep Positions for TMJ Relief

To protect your jaw during sleep, try:

• Sleeping on your back with a supportive pillow under your neck.

• Using a TMJ-friendly pillow that cradles your head and reduces tension.

• Wearing a night-guard if you grind your teeth—your TMJ massage therapist or dentist can help recommend one.

TMJ/Buccal Massage Can Help

If sleep is making your TMJ pain worse, targeted TMJ massage can offer relief by relaxing jaw muscles, improving alignment, and reducing inflammation.

At our practice, we specialize in TMJ massage in Kansas City, offering both external and intra-oral techniques designed to reduce jaw pain, headaches, and neck tension. Whether you're searching for TMJ massage nearby or just starting your journey to relief, we're here to help.

Book Your TMJ/Buccal Massage in Kansas City

If you're tired of waking up in pain, consider pairing better sleep habits with professional TMJ massage. Book your appointment today and experience the difference consistent care can make.

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