https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cv2p73cyA58
Jeff Verhagen, PT and TMJ Specialist demonstrates a long axis distraction of the TMJ. This technique can help to loosen the jaw and allow for greater mouth o

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4062348/
A comprehensive examination process, as described in part 1 of this series, can reveal underlying clinical findings that assist in the delivery of comprehensive physical therapy services for patients with TMD. Part 2 of this series focuses on management strategies for TMD. Physical therapy is the preferred conservative management approach for TMD.

https://physicaltherapyfirst.com/blog/2022/10/20/mariano-rocabado-tempormandibular-joint-evaluation-and-treatment/
It is also important to understand the concept of the synovial joints of the TMJ and the idea that the temporal component of the joint has to be horizontal. ... Figure 2: Long Axis Distraction with Right Lateral Rotation . Figure 3: Long Axis Distraction with Right Lateral Rotation with Opposite Rotation.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tmj/symptoms-causes/syc-20350941
Symptoms. Signs and symptoms of TMJ disorders may include: Pain or tenderness of your jaw. Pain in one or both of the temporomandibular joints. Aching pain in and around your ear. Difficulty chewing or pain while chewing. Aching facial pain. Locking of the joint, making it difficult to open or close your mouth.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10299279/
1. Introduction. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a bilateral synovial joint located on both sides of the craniomandibular complex, which is involved in chewing, swallowing, speech, and other automatic movements such as yawning, grinding, or clenching; therefore, resting the joint is challenging under normal physiological conditions, except for clamping.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2732254/
To detail the progress of a patient with TMJ dysfunction and headaches due to swimming, who underwent a conservative treatment plan featuring soft tissue therapy, spinal manipulative therapy, and rehabilitation. ... Joint slack is taken out with long axis distraction and the practitioner gently rotates (clockwise or counterclockwise) the TMJ in

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TMJ dislocation occurs when the condyle travels anteriorly along the articular eminence and becomes locked in the anterior superior aspect of the eminence, preventing closure of the mouth ( figure 2) [ 3 ]. Dislocation results in stretching of the ligaments and is associated with severe spasm of the muscles that open and close the mouth (ie

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Figure 1 Distraction of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ); large arrow: distraction force placed through the ipsilateral lower molars and premolars with the first digit while the second and third digits provide a counterforce on the inferior aspect of the ipsilateral and contralateral mandibular bodies, respectively; medium arrow:

https://journals.lww.com/njms/fulltext/2015/06010/temporomandibular_joint_dislocation.4.aspx
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a specialized joint between the mandible and the temporal bone of the skull. The condyle of the mandible articulates bilaterally in a concavity known as the glenoid fossa or the mandibular fossa. Biomechanics of the TMJ is under neuromuscular control, comprising the muscles of mastication, the ligaments

https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-nz/professional/dental-disorders/temporomandibular-disorders/internal-temporomandibular-joint-tmj-derangement
Diagnosis of disk derangement with reduction requires observation of the jaw when the mouth is opened. When the jaw is opened > 10 mm (measured between the incisal edges of the upper and lower incisors), a click or pop is heard, or a catch is felt, as the disk pops backward over the head of the condyle. The condyle remains on the disk during further opening.

https://www.physio-pedia.com/Physiology_and_Biomechanics_of_the_Temporomandibular_Joint
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a synovial joint that is made up of the articulating surface of the temporal bone and the head of the mandible (Figure 1 and 2). [1] Dysfunction of the TMJ is considered the most common cause of orofacial pain. [2] The joint itself is also associated with a number of important functions including eating [3

https://www.physio-pedia.com/Aetiology,_Symptoms_and_Clinical_Classifications_of_Temporomandibular_Disorders
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is considered one of the most complex joints in the body. It plays a significant role in dental occlusion and the neuromuscular system. [1] It has been classified as both a compound joint and a double joint. Compound joints typically consist of three or more bones, but the TMJ only has two bones.

https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2023/0100/temporomandibular-disorders.html
The prevalence of TMDs is between 5% and 12%. 1. Managing TMDs is estimated to cost $4 billion annually in the United States. 1. TMDs often present with comorbid psychopathology (e.g

https://www.physio-pedia.com/TMJ_Examination
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ)  is the most functional joint and frequently used joint in our body. It is used for eating, talking, yawning, kissing and sucking through the movements possible at this complex: depression, elevation, lateral deviation (left and right), retrusion, protrusion and various combinations of these movements.

https://www.treatingtmj.com/tmd-evaluation/
Long axis distraction, Medial and Lateral glide. Dynamic Loading. Load contralateral TMJ - bite on cotton roll/tongue blade ... These symptoms are seen in approximately 33-40% of patients with TMJ and usually resolve after treatment. Cervical Spine and Upper Quadrant Screen Assess cervical A/PROM, muscle length including deep cervical flexors

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6181848/
Introduction. True TMJ dislocation is a condition in which condylar processes are displaced from glenoid fossa anterior to the articular eminence [1-3].It is an uncommon condition which occurs for a variety of reasons including extreme mouth opening during yawning (46%), trauma to the mandible, dental treatments, anti-emetic medications, systemic diseases such as Ehlers-Danlos and Marfan

https://radiopaedia.org/articles/temporomandibular-joint-dislocation?lang=us
Dislocations of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are common and occur in as many as 7% of the entire population, at some point in their lives 3. They can occur at any age but are most common between 20-40 years of age 3. Pathology. Dislocations can occur in a number of directions 1: anterior dislocation (common) cranial dislocation (uncommon)

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8435699/
a-bVirtual surgical planning for univector linear distraction in TMJ ankylosis patient. ... An angle between the long axis of the distractors and the maxillary occlusal plane should range from 30 to 40°. 63 When vertical lengthening is planned an angle between the long axis of the distractor and the maxillary occlusal plane can range from 45

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TMJ - Ligaments. Consider which ligament might be stressed with the following directional forces: AP. AP-inferior in 25mm opening. PA-inferior in max opening. Note: Stress testing TMJ ligaments is hypothetical and not a valid test procedure. Temporalis Validity. 20. Consider pausing for a moment and palpating each muscle.

https://musculoskeletalkey.com/extraspinal-techniques/
TMJ Supine: Bilateral Thumb/Mandible; Long Axis Distraction 3, 7, 8 (Figure 6-19) IND: Reduce an acutely dislocated disc, treat loss of accessory joint movements, and influence disc nutrition. PP: The patient is supine, with the mouth slightly open.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8550524/
KEYWORDS: Mandibular Condyle, Temporomandibular Disorders, Joint Disease, TMJ Disorders, Recurrence, Temporomandibular joint, dislocations, therapeutic procedure. Introduction. Temporomandibular joint dislocation is a displacement of the condylar head out of the glenoid fossa beyond the articular eminence, and that does not reduce spontaneously.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10456345/
Several recent advancements in TMD and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) surgery have elevated understanding and the ability to treat affected patients. ... distraction osteogenesis may be considered in the same ... of the facial nerve and allows for a vector of traction on the disc that is directed along the anterior-posterior long axis of the