Healing From TMJ and Chronic Pain: My Journey as a Myofunctional Therapy Patient

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My deep passion for speech language pathology, and specifically Myofunctional Therapy, was born from an undiagnosed orofacial myofunctional disorder (OMD) that impacted my life for over 20 years. Like some patients with OMD, I suffered from debilitating TMD pain, chronic headaches and upper back and neck pain. The pain was so severe and frequent that it impacted my ability to exercise, socialize and fulfill simple activities of daily living. I saw over 25 specialists in the course of 14 years and while some interventions temporarily alleviated the pain, I never found a solution that significantly remediated the pain long-term.
This is my story of living with chronic pain, becoming a Myofunctional Therapy patient, undergoing treatment, and experiencing an 80% reduction in chronic pain and TMD symptoms. My life's greatest pain became my life's greatest passion and calling. Please don't hesitate to reach out with your questions.
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@brianhood8827 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing chronic pain wears one out physically & mentally that’s for sure! God Bless you ! Cheers

@daniellekleeslp4625 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Brian, I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

@juliusv2073 2 жыл бұрын

you got such a sweet voice, soothing

@MCTobiasz 13 күн бұрын

💙

@mialedesma4491 3 жыл бұрын

Wow so inspiring! I struggle with the same pain! I’m starting myofunctional therapy and can’t wait for this journey!

@daniellekleeslp4625 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mia, that's great news! I wish you the best on your OMT journey :)

@juliusjaxxon4411 2 жыл бұрын

instablaster

@sarahlabbett4626 5 ай бұрын

Hey did it work?

@MultiNickleback Жыл бұрын

Been trying to find relief and any sort of treatment since I was 18 I’ve nearly given up hope I’ve told so many doctors.

@cerspence 3 жыл бұрын

I think this is why I've had a headache for 8 1/2 years. Will report back after I try this

@daniellekleeslp4625 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad that you found this video helpful!

@jacquelynpost8162 3 жыл бұрын

Any luck with treatment?

@joshuatmorton5716 3 жыл бұрын

Results?

@JAYNICOLEE77 Жыл бұрын

@cindysantiago358 7 ай бұрын

Hi! where do you get your malocclusion models? I really enjoy your information!! Thank you!

@findingtifa Жыл бұрын

My problem started when I started to lift weights and lots of stress I tried chiropractics and acupuncture but is not healed completely it sucks

@carascottvo 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Can myofunctional therapy work for bruxism-caused TMD? I've had braces twice and still suffer from neck pain, forward head posture and headaches. I'm afraid if I do braces a third time, my teeth will die from the movement trauma!

@daniellekleeslp4625 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Cara, it is not uncommon for patients to see changes in TMD symptoms and clenching and grinding habits when they undergo OMT intervention. As noted by the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy: "Clenching is closing the teeth tightly, often for prolonged periods of time. It's a normal function when bearing down (as in weightlifting or constipation). The habit of clenching damages the teeth and the temporomandibular articulation; causes chewing muscle dysfunctions and pain. Bruxing is grinding of the teeth, usually at night and it’s sign of sleep disordered breathing. OMT provides awareness of the habit to the person who clenches; helps identify the connections between stress and clenching, as a stress management parafunction; provides strategies to reduce or eliminate clenching; identify some symptoms of disordered nasal breathing, which is often the main contributor to bruxing, or other symptoms of OSA, and make the appropriate referral." OMT has also been shown to reduce the severity of TMD symptoms. This article shares more regarding the peer-reviewed research: daniellekleeslp.com/tmd-and-myofunctional-therapy/. Best of luck to you!

@samirjha1919 7 ай бұрын

Do TMD also leads to left knee pain?

@NausheenShaikh 3 ай бұрын

Hey, what did you do? I can't look down or towards my left. I have earache, head ache, shoulder and neck pain. I get vertigo too. Did youfeel this as well?

@PurpleSpiderwebs 2 жыл бұрын

I am based in UK so obviously don't have direct access to your services but like you I have gone from specialist to specialist and done the research to no avail. I am waiting to see a tmj specialist and facio maxillary doctor here and I don't know if you know about the healthcare system here but bc of covid there are massive waiting lists. I was wondering if you had any connections or recommendations for people in the UK? I would greatly appreciate it

@daniellekleeslp4625 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jodie, thank you for your message. Please send me an email via my website's contact form (daniellekleeslp.com/contact/) and we can chat further.

@lyoutube6520 2 жыл бұрын

Jodie. Google Myofunctional therapy London. It’s a lady called Yulli

@ayeitsnouraofficial 3 жыл бұрын

hey who was the name and location of the therapist in LA? i have severe TMJ and gone to several doctors, it’s so bad to the point where my neck and migraines are killing my life. Plz lmk!

@daniellekleeslp4625 3 жыл бұрын

Here's a link to my website where my email address and contact are listed. Please feel free to email me: daniellekleeslp.com/

@pointuout2020 Жыл бұрын

I as well just go to doctor after doctor and hear the same thing.

@jeffmeisner8976 3 жыл бұрын

What about collagen or calcium or vitamin D for TMJ- any supplement help?

@daniellekleeslp4625 3 жыл бұрын

My scope of practice as an SLP focuses on the structure and function of the orofacial complex. That being said, diet can have certainly have an impact on inflammation - I'd recommend following up with your doctor.

@mistertrumpet5856 4 жыл бұрын

Can a maxillary cant, cause by a slightly asymmetric bite, cause TMD?

@daniellekleeslp4625 4 жыл бұрын

This is a nuanced and complex question, as many factors impact maxillary growth and development. These factors can occur as early as infancy (e.g. early feeding habits, prolonged pacifier use, sucking habits) or later in life (e.g. development of chronic allergies, development of chronic respiratory conditions that impact breathing habits). Feel free to check out my website daniellekleeslp.com. My email is listed there and you can email me directly. Wishing you the best on your health journey!

@fornarisaccountingtaxacade6249 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Danielle, my son was just diagnosed with tmj after 2 years of nonstop persistent temple headaches and jaw pain, were your headaches mainbly in your temporalis area? we have exhausted ourselves looking for dr's

@daniellekleeslp4625 2 жыл бұрын

TMD is complex and manifests in a variety of ways. Resting tongue posture, resting jaw posture, eating habits, drinking habits, and breathing habits can all contribute to TMD symptoms but aren't necessarily the "cause." The "TMJ Healing Plan" by Cynthia Peterson has been a helpful resource for many of my patients.

@isabellewatson2125 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been suffering from TMJ for the last year. I got 3 wisdom teeth removed and frenectomy last May and weeks after I noticed extreme pain in my face and body. Constant neck and shoulder pain, facial pain, facial twitching, list goes on. Oral surgeon never mentioned how crucial myofunctional therapy is before a frenectomy…I have been wearing a splint 24/7 since December, see a myofunctional therapist weekly, and just started PT a few weeks ago. How long did it take for all the symptoms to be cured?

@KP-nf9wd Жыл бұрын

Similar story here, got 2 wisdom teeth removed last year and from then on pain everyday, I’m also on a special appliance now for a little over a month, please let me know if you find relief at some point, wishing the best for you!

@teethree141 Жыл бұрын

@@KP-nf9wd hi there, what appliance are you wearing?

@michellewood7183 Жыл бұрын

Did you get splint?

@ashleysemones494 2 жыл бұрын

I suffer ! Suffer from constant pain associated with TMJ!

@vesuchuzho7730 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, do you have chest pain

@Gratefulskanda 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Danielle,have been dealing with a clicking jaw and a bite that is off.can I get any suggestions.thank you.

@daniellekleeslp4625 4 жыл бұрын

Hi great to hear from you! My contact information is listed on my website at daniellekleeslp.com. I'll keep my eyes peeled for your email!

@Gratefulskanda 4 жыл бұрын

@@daniellekleeslp4625 thank you Danielle would surely mail you.

@magicerrr 2 жыл бұрын

@@Gratefulskanda hi What did you do for jaw clicking and bite issues? I am dealing with the same.

@stephaniesandoval9650 2 жыл бұрын

where were your headaches located? i believe i have a tongue thrust and my head hurts so bad in the middle of my eyebrows

@daniellekleeslp4625 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Stephanie, consider following up with your doctor, dentist and/or a Myofunctional Therapist in your area

@grayhalf1854 Жыл бұрын

Did your TMD affect your ability to speak without pain? I'm finding I'm avoiding speaking because of the discomfort it gives me ☹️

@reynam5427 Ай бұрын

Same here can't talk hurts too much 😔

@Odinismycat 3 жыл бұрын

I'm curious, was your tongue thrust ever related to a tongue tie?

@daniellekleeslp4625 3 жыл бұрын

Tongue thrusting is typical for typically-developing children 0-6 months of age. By 9-10 months, children transition to typical swallowing posture, although oral habits such as prolonged thumb sucking, prolonged bottle and pacifier use can reinforce and prolong tongue thrusting. My tongue thrust was not related to a tongue tie but a prolonged oral habit and atypical oral rest posture that went undiagnosed for many years. Within 5 weeks of therapy, I was swallowing saliva, liquids and solids of various consistencies without tongue thrusting. It's also interesting to note that tongue thrusting's genesis is not specific to early childhood. A tongue thrust can develop in adulthood as well. I've worked with patients who've developed a tongue thrust as early as their teenage years and as late as their 60s

@Sangeethabraham 3 жыл бұрын

hey i been having tmj for 6 months and i see that my face has lost its shape. I do not think it is my bite because i wear invisign. What do you suggest pleas e help !!!!!

@Sunshine-vz2on 2 жыл бұрын

Was it the Invisalign? Hope you’re ok

@JAYNICOLEE77 Жыл бұрын

Did your tmj resolve?

@Sangeethabraham Жыл бұрын

@@JAYNICOLEE77 Its getting better now feeling much more confident. If someone is expreriencing what I have then I sugeest you to try resisted openings but put the fist more to the weaker side. That really helped fix my tmj now my mouth is opening 3 fingers wide I hope that helps someone

@JAYNICOLEE77 Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that your feeling better now.

@shadowman7408 2 жыл бұрын

I know thats the treatment that works, it is not available where I live and I can't afford it and considering the worst at this point...

@daniellekleeslp4625 2 жыл бұрын

Myofunctional Therapy is very conducive to telehealth - perhaps virtual therapy could be an option

@shadowman7408 2 жыл бұрын

you need what you had, nothing else will do.

@nobady4830 3 жыл бұрын

Hey my name is David I am 17 years old. When I swalow my ears cracks, my left jaw opens wider when I open my mounth. It just started to hurt a littel bit a few days ago. I am relly scared that it will get worse. Will it ?

@daniellekleeslp4625 3 жыл бұрын

Hi David, the TMJ joint sits very close to the Eustachian tubes. For patients who present with co-existing ear and airway issues, I often refer patients back to their doctor and for further evaluation with an otolaryngologist (i.e. ENT) to further assess the ears and airway. ENTs are often the first to formally diagnose a patient with TMD and can write referrals for therapy to address pain symptoms. They can also further evaluate your structures and functions to ensure that the pain is not the result of a more complex issue.

@nobady4830 3 жыл бұрын

@@daniellekleeslp4625 Well thanks for responding. Yesterdey I want to a TMD doctor end he told me that I will need to wear some night guard end after that they will put braces. Because I don't bite how I sopousd to end my left jaw it's in a wrong position. He said that my ear cracking shoud go awey end probebli my Tinnitus to. PS: You look like a very kind person!

@u.s.m.n.tconcacafchampions6326 3 жыл бұрын

@@nobady4830 did ur ear cracking go away mate I have the same issue u had I am getting my nightguard tomorrow after 8 months of this hell of a disorder

@islammohamedaminul3412 2 жыл бұрын

@@u.s.m.n.tconcacafchampions6326 are you fine now.please reply

@farawayfaerie8829 11 ай бұрын

Hello David, how are you doing now? ❤

@tsmith7766 3 жыл бұрын

Did your jaw every like have a tickling sensations like it also has pain and my ears hurt bad but it goes up into my head

@daniellekleeslp4625 3 жыл бұрын

Hi T, the TMJ joint sits very close to the ears. Referred pain is not uncommon. For patients presenting with ear issues, breathing problems or structural anomalies, I frequently refer patients for further evaluation with an ENT. ENTs have the ability to more thoroughly assess the ear, nose and airway and ensure that there aren't any underlying issues

@Sunshine-vz2on 2 жыл бұрын

Did you have ear clogging issue?

@daniellekleeslp4625 2 жыл бұрын

Ear pain can be secondary to/correlated with TMD. It wasn’t a part of my personal experience. I’d recommend following up with you PCP for further assessment.

@user-zk8ck3my3l 2 жыл бұрын

I do and dizziness

@JAYNICOLEE77 Жыл бұрын

@@user-zk8ck3my3l has your dizziness gone away?

@DJMOBILES1 Жыл бұрын

Use cotton

@JAYNICOLEE77 Жыл бұрын

@@DJMOBILES1 How do you use the cotton?

@vannessasedillo7102 3 жыл бұрын

Hello I suffered tmj since I was 18 when I had my first panic attack because thr headaches where so bad to the point it was feeling like shocks and pressure😔im 23 now n my life got harder and harder everyday it hard and I'm trying to survive everyday through the pain amd all kinds of worse problems my life hsrd im even suffering from stomach problems now to the point i use to weigh 150 n now 113 because it hard to eat Im ready to cure my tmj I'm so tired aand in all kinds of messed pain I pray I get help I pray I can keep working I barley started work today n after work I'm in a lot of pain and earblockage and can't eat ugh its time to cure this I hope I. Can😔

@teesworld941 3 жыл бұрын

Hey I'm in the same predicament as you. If you dont mind we can chat together at tinselfreeme@gmail.com

@ilqar887 2 жыл бұрын

Trust me I get you it's even worse watching people live but you can't live

@KennyGuyte Жыл бұрын

Pray you recover expeditiously 🙏🏾

@DJMOBILES1 Жыл бұрын

Watch yj care clinic in south korea that guy does TMJ patients cure

@erin6220 9 ай бұрын

Same girl

@lonerangerz777 2 жыл бұрын

I learned that i prolly have TMJ. But not how to relieve it naturally like i typed in the search. I know theres some herb or remedy besides petrochemical poisons that could help. I just cant find anyone who knows what that might be.

@daniellekleeslp4625 2 жыл бұрын

There are a variety of different ways to address TMD symptoms. Orofacial myofuncitonal disorders are often co-existent with TMD symptoms. For many patients, addressing oral posture and swallowing dysfunctions can decrease TMD symptoms. There is peer-reviewed research that discusses this further. Here is a link to an article: daniellekleeslp.com/tmd-and-myofunctional-therapy/