Asper Medical Terminology

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TMJ or TMD: Tempomandibular Joint Disorder
Affects of TMJ: Biting/Chewing Difficulty
Dull aching face pain
Earaches
Headaches
Jaw Pain/Tenderness
Locking of Jaw
Difficulty opening/closing jaw
Symptoms of TMJ:Grinding teeth noticeable by bite being off
Poor posture - holding head forward
Whiplash Injury in Medical History
Sleep Apnea: Ongoing disrupted sleep patterns
Circadian Rhythm: a person's internal sleep and wake-related rhythms that occur throughout a 24-hour period

Affects of Circadian Rhythm Disruption:

Disrupts Growth/Thyroid Hormones Exacerbates Insulin Resistance Increases Cortisol Production Inhibits Pain Management

Why is this important to know?

More than two of these symptoms should be referred to Dr Menendes for TMJ Evaluation:

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