The Tmj Healing Plan: Ten Steps to Relieving Headaches, Neck Pain and Jaw Disorders (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780897935241)

The painful joint disorder known as TMJ manifests in the jaw, neck, back, and head, making it a debilitating condition that can adversely affect daily life. The many sufferers of TMJ -- the disorder is shockingly common, affecting 1 in 25 people -- often must pay exorbitant fees for dental splints ($450) or surgery (upwards of $100,000), and they are forced to invest time and energy to manage their pain. Cynthia Peterson wants to help TMJ sufferers to find a new way to alleviate their discomfort, offering tips of on posture, tongue placement, and simple physical therapy exercises that can reduce, relieve, and even eliminate TMJ-associated pain. Each section is illustrated with photos and drawings, making this invaluable guide an easy-to-use resource for those who need it most.

Author: Cynthia Peterson
ISBN-10: 0897935241
ISBN-13: 9780897935241
Publisher: Hunter House Publishers
Language: English
Published: 05/04/2010
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.50w x 0.70d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 04/01/2010 pg. 92