What is TMJ?
The temporomandibular joint is arguably the most intricate joint in the human body.It’s the only joint which both articulates (hinges) and translates (slides). Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ, is a blanket term describing chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint, which connects the jaw to the skull. Numerous persons feel clicking or popping of their jaw when yawning, chewing, or even just talking. The condition is considered TMJ disorder when there is pain. In more severe cases, TMJ disorder can include headaches and neck pain.
