TMJ & Jaw Pain Therapy in Welland
More than temporary relief for tight, painful jaw muscles.
Treatment combines targeted manual therapy with exercise, education and functional rehabilitation to help you understand why your symptoms keep happening — and what we can do to change it.
If You've Been Treating the Pain But It Keeps Coming Back…
If Your Jaw Keeps Getting Tight, There May Be More To The Story
Relieving tight, painful muscles can be an important part of feeling better. But when the same tension, pain, headaches or jaw symptoms keep returning, it may be worth looking at why those muscles are working so hard in the first place.
Your jaw is influenced by much more than the TMJs themselves. The way you breathe, rest your tongue, move your neck and jaw, clench or brace, and use these muscles throughout the day can all influence how the system functions.
That’s why my approach goes beyond treating where it hurts.
Together, we look at the bigger picture, identify the factors that may be contributing to your symptoms, and build a plan designed to create meaningful, lasting change.
Your Jaw Doesn't Work Alone
Jaw pain rarely exists in isolation. Your jaw is part of a larger system involving your muscles, tongue, neck, breathing, posture and everyday habits. Understanding how these pieces interact helps us identify what may be contributing to your symptoms — and where we may be able to make meaningful changes.
JAW FUNCTION
Movement • Coordination • Loading
MUSCLES
Jaw • face • head • neck
TONGUE
Resting posture • movement • function
BREATHING
Nasal breathing • oral habits
NECK & POSTURE
Mobility • positioning • support
The goal isn't to find one single “cause.” It's to understand your individual pattern and determine which factors are actually relevant to you.
What Does TMJ Therapy Actually Look Like?
Your treatment is built around what we find during your assessment — not a one-size-fits-all protocol. Depending on your needs, care may include a combination of:
HANDS-ON MANUAL THERAPY
Targeted manual therapy for the jaw, face, head and neck to reduce muscle tension, improve mobility and support more comfortable movement.
MOVEMENT & FUNCTION
Exercises to improve jaw movement, coordination and strength — while addressing tongue function, breathing and neck mechanics when relevant.
EDUCATION & UNDERSTANDING
You'll learn what's happening, what may be contributing to your symptoms, and why we're choosing each part of your treatment.
HOME PRACTICE & SUPPORT
Simple exercises and strategies between appointments help turn what we do in the clinic into meaningful, lasting change.
The goal isn't to keep treating the same tight muscles forever. It's to help your jaw function better so they don't have to keep working so hard.
It Starts With Understanding
Before we decide what treatment should look like,
we first need to understand your individual jaw system
what it is doing, what may be influencing it,
and which findings are actually relevant to your symptoms.
Your 90-minute assessment is dedicated to figuring that out.
We'll look at
how your jaw moves and functions
the muscles around the jaw, face, head and neck
tongue mobility and function
breathing patterns
neck mobility and posture
your symptoms
health history
habits you have
and anything you've already tried
By the End of Your Assessment, You'll Have:
A clearer picture of what's happening
I'll walk you through what I found and show you the patterns that appear most relevant to your symptoms.
An understanding of what may be contributing
We'll connect your assessment findings with what you're experiencing so you can better understand why your symptoms may be occurring or continuing.
Clear priorities
You'll know what I believe needs attention rather than leaving with a generic list of TMJ exercises or another temporary solution.
A recommended next step
I'll explain what I recommend based on your findings — whether that's treatment with me, collaboration with another healthcare provider, or further investigation when appropriate.
Your Assessment Also Includes Jaw Logic
You'll receive access to Jaw Logic, my patient education program designed to help you understand how the jaw system works and make sense of the concepts we discuss during your assessment.
Jaw Logic is included with your assessment, so you can revisit the information after your appointment and continue learning at your own pace.
Comprehensive Initial Assessment: 90 minutes | $250 + HST
No referral required. No obligation to continue into treatment.
Not sure if this is right for you? Book a free 20-minute virtual consultation.
What Happens After Your Assessment?
At the end of your assessment, we'll review what we found and discuss what I believe would be the most appropriate next step for you.
If ongoing treatment is recommended, care is provided through structured treatment plans rather than one-off appointments. This gives us the time and consistency to work on the factors contributing to your symptoms — not simply provide temporary relief when things flare up.
Your recommendation is individualized based on your assessment findings, symptoms, goals and the level of support you may need.
What Should I Expect to Invest?
Treatment plans vary in length and level of support. Most patients can expect an investment of approximately $1,100–$4,950 + HST for their complete course of care.
Payment options are available for longer treatment plans, and your specific recommendation, timeline and costs will be discussed with you before you decide whether you'd like to move forward.
There is no obligation to begin treatment after your assessment.
Could This Approach Be Right For You?
This approach may be a good fit if you're experiencing ongoing or recurring jaw-related symptoms and want to understand what may be contributing to them — not just manage them when they flare up.
You don't need to know exactly what's causing your symptoms before you come in. That's what the assessment is for.
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No. You can book an initial assessment directly. If you're already working with a dentist, orthodontist, physician or another healthcare provider, I'm also happy to collaborate with them when appropriate.
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Book a complimentary 20-minute virtual consultation first. It gives us a chance to talk about what you're experiencing, answer your questions and determine whether an assessment makes sense for you.
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No. Your assessment is a standalone appointment. We'll review what we find and discuss my recommendations, but there is no obligation to begin treatment.
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TMJ therapy is provided through structured treatment plans rather than one-off appointments. This allows us to combine hands-on treatment, rehabilitation, education and home practice over enough time to work toward meaningful change.
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You may cancel or reschedule your appointment more than 48 hours in advance at no charge.
Appointments cancelled or rescheduled with less than 48 hours' notice, for any reason, are charged the full appointment fee to the credit card on file.
Because it is typically very difficult to fill an appointment with less than 48 hours' notice, this policy helps protect the time reserved specifically for you.
This policy is firm and applies to all patients.
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Because treatment include services that fall within my scope as a Registered Massage Therapist, portions of your care may be eligible for reimbursement through your extended health benefits. Coverage varies considerably between plans, so you're encouraged to confirm the details of your individual policy.
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No. Payment is made directly to Welland TMJ and you'll receive the appropriate receipt to submit to your insurance provider when applicable.
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Providing a credit card secures your appointment and ensures scheduling consistency for all patients.
You won’t be charged unless you miss your appointment or cancel/reschedule with less than 48 hours' notice, keeping the process fair for everyone.
Questions Before You Book?
Ready to Understand What's Happening?
Your first step is a comprehensive 90-minute assessment designed to help you understand what your jaw is doing, what may be contributing to your symptoms, and what I recommend doing next.
You don't need to know what's causing your symptoms before you come in.
That's what the assessment is for.
Not quite ready? Have questions first?