This video is much appreciated. I'm an M.D. in Atlanta and this technique has helped me with my severe pterygoid tightness. It really hurts badly when I first do this, so I try to breathe deeply and relax (if possible) to get those angry muscles to 'give.' It is heaven afterwards when they do.
@theTMJdoc
Ай бұрын
Glad it helped!
@robertmurdoccorptcfc9596
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Quick tip from a Craniofacial PT that does this technique everyday. Wear 2 gloves on your hand. It will reduce friction , add cushioning to make it more comfortable, prevent tearing of the cheek and prevent inventions
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! 🙏🏼😊
@ShunsukeK1
Жыл бұрын
You're so awesome. Thanks for the help. Been having TMJ for 6 months now. All these exercices helped tremendously.
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
I'm so happy to hear that! Please do Subscribe!
@coltonwilliams1565
2 жыл бұрын
I’m very thankful I found your channel
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Be sure to Subscribe and follow me on TikTok and Instagram as well :)
@laurawebster8726
7 ай бұрын
Thank you!!!! Instant pain then relief 😭❤
@theTMJdoc
7 ай бұрын
You're welcome! Don't forget to Subscribe!
@jayapatil6079
2 жыл бұрын
Dr. Priya, Thanks for the information on releasing the Lateral Pterygold!!
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 😊
@suzannenuckols1252
2 жыл бұрын
Morning Doctor Priya, PT is working on this very muscle. I am not encouraged to perform this at home, but I am. I still have the sensation of slipping in that area after I bite down on something and am completing the process of biting. It sounds like the crunch of walking in the snow (a sliding sound). I can chew without difficulty still hearing the pitch of crunching celery (but better). I did buy a roll that you put in your pillow case because my neck and shoulder area are tight. Doing exercises for this. Thanks for all you are doing for us. I have a FU with oral maxillofacial doc in April. Also have my on Tens unit which I will be using once a day. Of course this is part of PT, I have the until at home so I will do that on my own.
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck to you! Please follow your doctors recommendations and if they advise you not to do this at home, please don’t :)
It’s pretty sore back there on mine. All the time I thought it was my tooth that was hurting.
@theTMJdoc
5 ай бұрын
sorry to hear that! this muscle can refer pain to teeth!
@DJ-uf5tx
10 ай бұрын
Can pterygoid spasm cause anterior disc displacement?
@theTMJdoc
10 ай бұрын
Yes!
@DJ-uf5tx
10 ай бұрын
@@theTMJdoc ma'am it would be really helpful if you could make a video to shed some light on the role of tmj arthrocentesis, lavage and adhesiolysis
@elijahwoodard714
4 ай бұрын
My neck and shoulder hurt on left side
@theTMJdoc
4 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear that!
@dash9658
2 жыл бұрын
Dr. Is there a good resource to find a specialist like yourself closer to where you live? I'd come see you in a heartbeat but South Dakota is a long ways from your offices.
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry but I don’t know anyone there!
@riyas4229
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I noticed I have a very painful lateral pterygoid muscle, when releasing. How can I find out what the root cause is? How do I know if its because of malocclusion or grinding or both?
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
It can be due to clenching, grinding, the way the teeth fit together, or injuries to the head, neck and jaw. Seeing an experienced TMJ dentist or TMJ physical therapist will likely help you.
@riyas4229
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
@@riyas4229 you’re welcome!
@jenniferhankinson1910
2 жыл бұрын
Okay. This sends me into a massive flare every single time. I’m lucky if I can just stick my finger back there without it causing a big issue in my face and around my eyes. I know it’s causing me problems, I just don’t know how to gently start.
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
If it sends you into a flare it may be too aggressive. Are you seeing a TMJ dentist or tmj physical therapist?
@jamessmith4681
9 ай бұрын
Beautiful, nice teeth too
@theTMJdoc
8 ай бұрын
thank you!
@riyas4229
2 жыл бұрын
Could you tell me in general if it is possible to differentiate a lateral pterygoid in spasm and inflamed state? Or do they often go hand in hand? And is it somehow a good sign if the muscle is less in pain after released? Many Thanks!
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's a good sign if there's less pain after it's released. I don't know of a way to differentiate if the muscle is in spasm vs. inflamed.
@riyas4229
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@synovium
Жыл бұрын
Does this help when you have tinnitus secondary to tmj? It could also be from my cervical spine since I have issues with my C-spine.
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
this likely will not help with tinnitus unfortunately.
@synovium
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to reply. I had a feeling you would say that. That said, I did this massage bilaterally, and it did seem to help relax the LPM, but it was temporary since chewing triggered it again. I guess I need to be more aware of my chewing and food choices.
@riyas4229
2 жыл бұрын
Is it normal for the lateral pterygoid to be in spasm/inflamed for a long time? And why does it take so long?
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
Hi because I get so many questions I only answer 2-3 per viewer. If you’d like you can email patientcare@tmjdentaldoc.com to set up a zoom meeting.
@riyas4229
2 жыл бұрын
@@theTMJdoc Thank you!
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
@@riyas4229 you’re welcome!
@ogun9645
2 жыл бұрын
Can it cause crepitus too ?
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
Can what cause crepitus?
@ogun9645
2 жыл бұрын
@@theTMJdoc I have a jaw noise for half a year and I think the cause is an imbalance in the neck because of bad habits and the noise (crepitus/grinding) appears every time I swallow now I also think the petrygoid is not working / weak, so I wanted to know if this muscle is weak / not working properly can cause this crepitus ?
@avaleonardava6139
Жыл бұрын
I can never locate this muscle& just gag
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that!
@kimchee-ys8qw
Жыл бұрын
Hi do u know anyone in Malaysia that specializes on treating tmjd?
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