Title	The TMJ healing plan [electronic resource] : ten steps to relieving headaches, neck pain and jaw disorders / Cynthia Peterson ; foreword by James L. Guinn
Imprint	Alameda, Calif. : Hunter House : Distributed to the trade by Publisher's Group West, c2010
Edition	1st ed
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Descript	xvi, 269 p. : ill

Helps TMJ sufferers find a new way to alleviate their discomfort, offering tips of on posture, tongue placement, and simple physical therapy exercises that can reduce, relieve, and even eliminate TMJ-associated pain. Each section is illustrated with photos and drawings

What is TMJ? ; Who should read this book? ; How do you know if you have a TMJ disorder? ; How to use this book -- Replacing hurtful habits. From hurtful to healthy ; The 10 steps -- Important anatomy. The temporomandibular joints ; PoTSB TLC -- Step 1. Stop the overuse and abuse of your jaw -- Step 2. The power of posture : learn how to stand, sit, and sleep -- Step 3. TLC : teeth apart, lips together, and calm your muscles and mind -- Step 4. Train your tongue and swallow carefully -- Step 5. Breathe well -- Step 6. Care for your muscles -- Step 7. Care for your disks and ligamentous structures -- Step 8. Halt head and neck pain -- Step 9. Reduce stress and begin to exercise -- Step 10. Make your action plan