The Silent Strain: Exploring the Impact of TMD on Daily Life
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) is often called the “silent strain” for a reason. It quietly disrupts daily life—causing discomfort, fatigue, and frustration without always being clearly understood. At Breatheworks, we help individuals connect the dots between jaw pain, posture, speech, breathing, and digestion, offering lasting relief through specialized therapies like myofunctional therapy, speech and language pathology, and supportive care for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). What is Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD)? The term " temporomandibular joint " (TMJ), which is the hinge connecting your jaw to your skull, is used to describe a collection of disorders. Jaw pain, stiffness, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, and even neck or shoulder pain might result from a malfunctioning joint. Many people's symptoms remain untreated for years because they are misdiagnosed as unrelated problems or are covered up by stress. However, the effects a...