What do sinus headaches, migraines cluster Headaches,TMJ Disorders, Paroxysmal Hemicrania, Sunct, Hemicrania Continua, Contact Headaches, Sinus Pain, Contact Headaches, New Persistent Daily Headaches all have in common?
They are all controlled in full or in part by the Trigeminal Nerve and the Autonomic nerves from the Sphenopalatine Ganglion (SPG) and the Post-Gangliotic fibers from the Stellate Ganglion. The Trigeminovascular System is a combination of these factors as well.
The use of Neuromuscular Dentistry and the Diagnostic Neuromuscular Orthotic is an excellent approach to treating TMD non-surgically. The ULF-TENS is a major tool used that not only relaxes the masticatory muscles but also shows the ideal trajectory of closure for the mandible as shown by jaw tracking devices such as the K7 System from Myotronics.
The use of the ULF-TENS also has Neuromodulation Effects on the Bilateral Sphenopalatine Ganglions(SPG)located in the Pterygopalatine Fossas.
Axis 1 is considered the Somatosenory aspect of TMD disorders but the effects on the Autonomic Nervous System by the ULF-TENS is on Axis 2 or the H-P-A, the Hypothalamus, the pituitary and Adrenals. The Amygdala is also an important part of Axis 2 where we feel strong emotions including fear, pain and anger. Learn more at: https://www.sphenopalatineganglionblocks.com/spg-blocks-and-neuromodulation/
While some doctors throw drugs at these problems Neuromuscular Dentists who are members of ICCMO correct the underlying issues. The DNO™ or Diagnostic Neuromuscular Orthotic acts first to help the dentist confirm initial diagnosis via a reversible treatment that can also guide long-term corrections.
The use of Self-Admistered Sphenopalatine Ganglion Blocks completes the rational approach to treat TMD and most types of headaches.
The DNO™ is an appliance that lets body corrections take place including forward head posture which on its own can create issues.