Neck Pain That Never Seems to Go Away?
TMJ dysfunction and airway strain often cause persistent tension through the neck and shoulders. At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Raleigh-Durham, we treat the cause — not just the discomfort — so you can move freely again.
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Understanding the Link Between TMJ and Neck Pain
Neck pain is one of the most common symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. The muscles that stabilize your jaw are closely connected to those that support your head and neck. When your bite is misaligned or the TMJ becomes inflamed, surrounding muscles overwork to compensate. Over time, this creates chronic tension, stiffness, and limited range of motion.
“Patients with TMJ disorders frequently report pain in the neck and shoulders, indicating that cervical posture and jaw mechanics are closely related.”
Journal of Oral & Facial Pain and Headache
At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Raleigh-Durham, we identify how your jaw position, posture, and airway function interact to create muscle fatigue and nerve irritation. By restoring proper alignment and relieving strain, we help your neck relax naturally — without medications or surgery.
When To Seek Treatment
Tightness that worsens through the day or after clenching the jaw often points to TMJ-related strain.
Difficulty turning your head or looking up may come from imbalanced muscles compensating for jaw dysfunction.
When the neck muscles overfire to stabilize posture, pain often radiates into the shoulders and base of the skull.
Clenching during the day or while sleeping increases tension along the jawline and down the cervical spine.
Relief begins with the right diagnosis
Lasting neck pain may start with your jaw. At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Raleigh-Durham, our team provides precise, non-surgical TMJ care that restores balance, reduces muscle strain, and relieves pressure on the neck and shoulders.
Frequently Asked Questions About Neck Pain
Neck pain is often treated as an isolated problem, but for many patients, it’s part of a larger pattern tied to TMJ dysfunction. Here are some of the most common questions we hear about the jaw–neck connection.
Real Stories, Real Relief
At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Raleigh-Durham, we understand how life-changing it can be to finally find relief from TMJ pain and sleep-related issues.
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Global Expertise
As proud members of TMJ International, we are part of a global team dedicated to advancing collaborative care in TMJ disorders and sleep therapy. Together, we bring innovation, expertise, and compassionate treatment to help patients find lasting relief and a healthier quality of life.
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