TMJ Massage Therapy in Asheville, NC
Relieve Jaw Tension, Improve Function and Restore Comfort with Targeted TMJ Treatment.
If you suffer from jaw pain, clicking or popping when chewing, headaches, or facial tension, TMJ disorder may be the cause. At Asheville Medical Massage, we offer specialized massage therapy for TMJ (temporomandibular joint dysfunction) that gently relieves muscle tension, improves jaw alignment and function, and promotes lasting relief from pain and discomfort.
WHAT IS TMJ MASSAGE THERAPY?
Specialized Bodywork for Jaw Dysfunction and Pain
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull. When this joint becomes inflamed or misaligned—due to stress, grinding, injury, or posture—it can cause chronic pain, difficulty chewing, headaches, and even ear symptoms like ringing or fullness.
WHAT MAKES TMJ MASSAGE THERAPY DIFFERENT?
TMJ massage focuses on the muscles and fascia that control jaw movement, including:
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Masseter
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Temporalis
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Pterygoids (external and internal)
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Neck and shoulder muscles contributing to jaw tension
By releasing tightness in these areas, TMJ massage reduces pain, improves function, and may even prevent long-term joint damage.
BENEFITS OF TMJ MASSAGE THERAPY
Alleviate Pain. Improve Function. Reduce Stress.
TMJ disorder is often linked to chronic tension, stress, and posture-related strain. Therapeutic massage offers a safe, non-invasive approach to managing symptoms and restoring jaw health. Benefits include:
REDUCED JAW PAIN, CLENCHING & CLICKING
RELIEF FROM CHRONIC TENSION HEADACHES & MIGRAINES
IMPROVED JAW RANGE OF MOTION
LESS GRINDING OR BRUXISM AT NIGHT
LOWER STRESS & ANXIETY LEVELS
DECREASED NECK, FACE & EAR TENSION
Many clients also report better sleep, improved concentration, and reduced frequency of flare-ups with regular treatment.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR TMJ SESSION:
Gentle, Effective Techniques—Tailored to Your Needs
At Asheville Medical Massage, we start with a detailed intake to assess your symptoms, stress patterns, and lifestyle habits that may contribute to TMJ dysfunction. Your therapist will develop a customized plan to address your specific needs.
TMJ massage may include:
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External massage of the jaw, neck, and upper shoulders
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Intraoral work (gloved, inside-the-mouth) to access deeper jaw muscles like the medial and lateral pterygoids
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Myofascial release to reduce tension in the fascia surrounding the jaw and face
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Trigger point therapy for referred pain to the ears, head, and temples
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Osteopathic Cranial Mobilization to balance the cranial bones and relieve nerve pressure
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Neck and postural correction techniques for whole-body alignment
Your comfort and consent are our top priority—especially during intraoral work, which is always optional and performed with care.
WHY CHOOSE ASHEVILLE MEDICAL MASSAGE FOR TMJ RELIEF
Evidence-Based, Whole-Person Treatment You Can Trust
Our team is trained in clinical massage therapy techniques proven to help those with TMJ dysfunction and associated conditions like bruxism, tinnitus, tension headaches, and neck pain.
Asheville residents choose us because we offer:
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Therapists trained in intraoral TMJ massage
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Customized treatments based on your anatomy, habits, and stress profile
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A quiet, healing space designed to reduce overstimulation and jaw tension
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A gentle, trauma-informed approach for those with dental anxiety or facial sensitivity
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A reputation for delivering results with care and professionalism
We work with dentists, physical therapists, and other providers to ensure a holistic care experience for your TMJ symptoms.
MEET YOUR TMJ MASSAGE THERAPY SPECIALIST
Carrie Landry
Carrie has worked with everyone from NFL players to desk warriors, helping clients ages 6 to 96 unwind structural misalignments. After healing her own chronic pain with Structural Energetic Therapy (SET), she trained with its founder in 2009. SET blends cranial work, kinesiology & deep bodywork. She’s also trained in Visceral Manipulation, MPS, Graston, cupping & energy work. Her mission: to get you out of pain & back to living fully.
