The temporomandibular joint or TMJ is not generally thought of by the public as the most important joints of the body, but those who suffer from TMJ dysfunction realize how critical it is to everyday body function.  The temporomandibular joint is formed by the temporal skull bone and the mandible jawbone.  When you open and close your mouth, you can feel the TMJ in front of your earlobe.  Obviously TMJ dysfunction causes problems with talking and chewing, and pain and discomfort in the jaw area; however, it is also a source of great many other problems.  Problems such as headache pain, neck pain, and upper back pain can be associated with TMJ problems.

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Last modified: 09/27/06