Mastering TMJ Dysfunction: A Comprehensive Chiropractic Approach for the Adult and Pediatric Patient
Mastering TMJ Dysfunction: A Comprehensive Chiropractic Approach for the Adult and Pediatric Patient
Unlock your potential to work with patients suffering from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. This course is designed to equip you with the clinical anatomy, physiology, and functional knowledge necessary to address and correct TMJ dysfunction using chiropractic cranial adjustingSM techniques.
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction can present in adults and children with a variety of symptoms, affecting not only the jaw but also related structures like the head, neck, and ears. It may sometimes be subtle or mistaken for other conditions. If TMJ dysfunction is suspected, early evaluation is essential for appropriate evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and to prevent long term or future compensations and complications.
This course is essential for any chiropractor looking to expand their knowledge and skill set in treating TMJ dysfunction. In this comprehensive course, you will dive deep into the intricacies of the TMJ, learning the critical examination and treatment protocols necessary to treat TMJ dysfunction effectively, ensuring better outcomes for your patients and enhanced collaboration with dental professionals.
Take the next step in your professional journey. Enroll in our TMJ Dysfunction course today and start making a difference in your patients’ lives.
What You’ll Learn
- Functional Anatomy and Physiology of the TMJ: Gain an in-depth understanding of the TMJ’s anatomy and physiology, crucial for accurate evaluation and treatment
- Chiropractic/Dental Co-Treatment Models and Protocols: Learn the basics of dental terminology and approaches, enabling you to collaborate effectively with dental professionals on co-treatment protocols
- Complete TMJ Examination Techniques: Master the examination techniques needed to identify the type of TMJ dysfunction in both adult and pediatric patients
- Cranial Bone Involvement Identification: Discover how to pinpoint specific cranial bone involvements and determine the correct adjusting sequence to restore normal TMJ mechanics
- Chiropractic Cranial Adjusting SM Protocols: Learn specific chiropractic cranial adjusting protocols to correct cranial bone misalignments and restore proper TMJ function
- Patient Exercises for TMJ Function Restoration: Equip your patients with exercises designed to help restore and maintain normal TMJ function.
Resources Provided
- Video Class Modules: Access detailed video lessons that cover every aspect of TMJ dysfunction and its treatment
- Evaluation & Technique Presentations: Watch and learn from expert presentations that demonstrate effective evaluation techniques and treatment protocols
- Practical Demonstrations: See real-life demonstrations of TMJ adjustment techniques to enhance your learning experience
- Live Calls with the Instructor: Participate in live calls with Dr. Rosen & Dr. Watson, where you can ask questions and get personalized guidance
- Interactive Private Facebook Group: Join a community of like-minded professionals in our private Facebook group for ongoing support and collaboration
- Complete PDF Workbooks: Receive comprehensive PDF workbooks that complement your learning and provide a valuable reference for future practice
- Complete Transcriptions of All Videos: Receive the entire word for word transcriptions of all videos in the class
- Email Access to Dr. Rosen & Dr. Watson: Get direct email access to the instructors for any questions or guidance you need during the course
Course Contents
41 Modules | 41 CTAs
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Module 01 Implications of TMJ Dysfunction in Infants
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Module 02 The Importance of Early Intervention
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Module 03 Spinal Examination Procedures
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Module 04 Cranial Examination
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Module 05 The Cranial and TMJ Relationship and TMJ Anatomy
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Module 06 The TMJ Ligaments
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Module 07 Movements of the TMJ
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Module 08 The TMJ Muscles
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Module 09 The Accessory Muscles of Mastication
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Module 10 The Three Phases of TMJ Movement
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Module 11 Retro-discal Space
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Module 12 Dental Cranial TMJ Relationships
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Module 13 Functional Dentistry Relationships
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Module 14 Airway Dysfunction
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Module 15 Cranial Bone Motion and Functional Dentistry
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Module 16 Functional Integrative Approach
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Module 17 Case Management
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Module 18 TMJ Evaluation - Role of the Cranial Bones
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Module 19 External Evaluation - Visual Analysis
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Module 20 External Evaluation - Muscle Testing
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Module 21 External Evaluation - TMJ Trigger Points
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Module 22 External Evaluation - The Sutural System and Symmerty
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Module 23 Pediatric TMJ and Palate Evaluation
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Module 24 Internal Palate Sutures and Bite Evaluation
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Module 25 Evaluating Your Clinical Findings and Correcting the TMJ
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Module 26 Individual Cranial Bone Corrections
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Module 27 Correcting the Frontal Bone
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Module 28 Correcting the Temporal Bone
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Module 29 Sphenomaxillary Suture and Sphenoid Wing Balancing
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Module 30 TMJ Reflex Points - Zygomatic Fossa - Fruit Jars
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Module 31 Adult TMJ Techniques - Setting the Mandible
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Module 32 Step by Step Approach
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Module 33 Step by Step for the Temporal Bone
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Module 34 Step by Step for the Frontal Bone
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Module 35 Step by Step for the Sphenoid
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Module 36 Demonstration of TMJ Evaluation
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Module 37 Demonstration When the Temporal Bone Is the Issue
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Module 38 Demonstration When the Frontal Bone Is the Issue
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Module 39 Demonstration When the Sphenoid Is the Issue
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Module 40 TMD Functional Approach
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Module 41 Case Studies
Meet the Instructors
As early as first quarter in chiropractic school they were attracted to each other’s commitment to chiropractic and the pursuit of excellence. Their combined 80 years of personal and clinical and teaching experience, in delivering the chiropractic adjustment is unparalleled in the chiropractic profession. Their international outreach through teaching, writing and lecturing has been a driving force in their personal and professional careers since their first seminar taught together as students, in 1979.
Their years of experience have taught them what works and what does not work to create a successful practice and lifestyle. The more competent and comprehensive your expertise you will find that more patients will seek your services and your practice will grow exponentially.
Feedback From Our Students
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Dr. Alvin Cardona
Is very important to understand that TMJ dysfunction causes other conditions in the head, muscular and cervical areas. It can affect the whole body. Also, conditions of the body affect TMJ and can cause bone distortions on the head.
I congratulate you for teaching this material. More professionals need to know the benefits of correct cranial distortion that affect the whole body. Orthopedics, chiropractors, medical and dental professionals need to know this area. Probably patients will not take too many medications that have secondary effects.
I as craniofacial and orofacial pain specialist I apply this all the time, and have excellent results
Yes of course, I would recommend this program because with cranial correction we will give quality of life to people.
I congratulate you. We are on the same path.
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Dr. Victoria Østhus
My three takeaways:
1) It is a very extensive course that works detailed through all the ways of examining a patient with TMD. 2) It helps to have had clinical experience to easier know how to apply the knowledge. 3) The information is well explained and shown how to apply.Taking this course has helped me realize the impact cranial work can have on the body and nervous system. Despite it having “small” movements within the sutures, it is fascinating to see how delicate the nervous system is and is affected by these issues. Professionally this has helped me be able to have several views on patients’ problems and think of possible different approaches to chronic patients. Personally, I enjoy gaining more knowledge that makes me happy about my choice to become a chiropractor.
I had a 14 y/o patient come in with only TMJ pain that she had had for 2 years both when it was still and during chewing. Very active in sports. She had a very obvious postural distortion: anterior pelvis, extended spine and forward head. After starting care and working with adjustments, traction and exercises for about 2 months, she no longer had any jaw pain. (her and her parent were very surprised)
I would recommend it to coworkers who have an interest in applying this kind of care. It is definitely a very detailed course, so there needs to be some motivation about learning this kind of information before starting it.
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Dr. John Erickson
My three takeaways from this course:
Slow release of modules accommodates busy schedules. Doctor Sharing allows for communication with the Doctors to discuss real-life situations Dr. Marty knows his stuff – he is a credit to the profession.This course has helped demystify the TMJ not only in adults, but in the peds patient. People need options for care of the TMJ and there hasn’t been anything out there on the alternative side quite like this course.
Early in the course, while working with patients and trying to apply what was learned, I noticed an improvement of jaw motion, decreased pain, and decreased clicking. Later I realized that I hadn’t even done the adjustment correctly and still had improvement. Since I have fine-tuned my adjustment.
I would recommend this course if you want a slow release of info at a pace that wouldn’t be overwhelming to a doctor with a busy practice and life.
Thanks for the obvious time and effort put into the course.
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