Chattering teeth – that rapid, sometimes noisy clack of your upper and lower teeth – is a minor, startling symptom that can ...

If you're suffering from frequent head pain, the common (but under-the-radar trigger) may actually be tense jaw muscles. When the hardworking masseter muscle becomes sore and strained, it can send ...

How to figure out what might be causing the pain, and how to make it stop By Ashley Abramson Where your lower jaw meets your skull, in front of your ear, you’ll find your TMJ, or temporomandibular ...

Globus sensation, also known as globus pharyngeus, is the sensation of having a lump in the throat without anything actually being present. Globus sensation doesn’t impact your ability to swallow, ...

Stress, fatigue, clenching teeth often or for a long time, and braces (more and more adults get them!) can lead to several physical ailments such as headaches, neck & shoulder stiffness, muscular ...

Lockjaw (trismus) is a painful condition that limits your ability to open your mouth all the way. It occurs when the muscles you use to chew spasm, meaning they can’t relax completely. The term ...

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TMJ pain may occur during pregnancy as a result of hormonal changes and additional physical and emotional stress. Facial exercises and cold or hot compresses may help relieve this pain. Share on ...

The mind and body are inextricably linked. First day of class? Big presentation coming up? Worried about your dad? Serving at tennis? Your blood pressure rises and your heart speeds up. You can feel ...

Tension in the swing makes for slower-moving muscles—and that makes for slower clubhead speed! Too much tension, especially in the upper body, also adversely affects your balance and flexibility, ...