I wanted to "second" the above recommendations, as everything I've read about TMJ pain encourages the use of a biteplate or other dental treatment, as well as combining this with psychological treatment, such as biofeedback or stress management.
The book: Mind Body Medicine (edited by Daniel Goleman, Ph.D. and Joel Gurin) has an excellent chapter on TMJ and chronic pain.
One paragraph states, "Between 10 and 30 percent of Americans suffer from chronic pain... Although psychological factors by themselves rarely cause persistent pain, they can trigger or worsen attacks of pain and contribute to distress and disability." "...people who suffer from chronic pain...can take an active role in managing their condition effectively. Research demonstrates that a number of self-management approaches--including biofeedback, exercise, imagery and cognitive strategies--can help people develop a sense of mastery over the pain. An interdisciplinary pain clinic may be helpful for you."
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I wanted to "second" the above recommendations, as everything I've read about TMJ pain encourages the use of a biteplate or other dental treatment, as well as combining this with psychological treatment, such as biofeedback or stress management.
The book: Mind Body Medicine (edited by Daniel Goleman, Ph.D. and Joel Gurin) has an excellent chapter on TMJ and chronic pain.
One paragraph states, "Between 10 and 30 percent of Americans suffer from chronic pain... Although psychological factors by themselves rarely cause persistent pain, they can trigger or worsen attacks of pain and contribute to distress and disability." "...people who suffer from chronic pain...can take an active role in managing their condition effectively. Research demonstrates that a number of self-management approaches--including biofeedback, exercise, imagery and cognitive strategies--can help people develop a sense of mastery over the pain. An interdisciplinary pain clinic may be helpful for you."
February 23, 2008 - 3:55pmThis Comment
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