Temporomandibular Disorder

Temporomandibular Disorder

Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs) are a group of disorders of the jaw muscles, temporomandibular joints (TMJ), and the nerves that are associated with chronic facial pain. Our therapists have advanced training in the treatment of Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) and can help improve your activities of daily living.

  • Pain in the area of the TMJ and jaw muscles
  • Pain with mouth opening, chewing, and/or yawning
  • Joint sounds with jaw movement
  • Intermittent locking with mouth closing, opening, or both
  • Limited mouth opening
  • Headaches
  • Earaches or pain

Meet Our Team

Our team provides one-to-one patient care, tailored to meet the specific functional needs and goals of each individual patient in a supportive, encouraging, and friendly environment.

Denise Blatchford, PT

St. Joseph Hospital Rehabilitation Services at Hudson

Melissa Simonis, PT, DPT

St. Joseph Hospital Rehabilitation Services at Merrimack

Denise Soucy Hanson, PT, DPT

St. Joseph Hospital Rehabilitation Services at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Nashua

603-882-3000