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"Quality of life"......a gift that just keeps on giving.
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Years ago I had horrid TMJ. I know how bad it can be. Tried everything and got no relief. In desperation, I went to an acupuncturist and after three, or four sessions it went away! I not espousing acupuncture, but it was a last-ditch effort that worked for me.. I've had little twinges of it come back from time to time, but nothing that NSAIDs won't help. TMJ is some of the most awful pain one can go through. You are a brave person. Wish you well.
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Thank goodness I've not suffered with TMJ but after an injury to my back and trying all of the traditional medical treatments to no avail for relief, I, too, @alamogal35, in desperation began seeing an acupunturist 20+ yrs ago. I continue to go and receive relief each time my back injury flares up. Diagnosed with kidney disease, I've had to exchange my favorite NSAID, Advil, for Tylenol which doesn't work nearly as well. A friend suffering with crippling migraines relies on acupuncture for help. We both agree it was what enabled us to continue working when we were considering having to resign due to pain.
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@alamogal635- I've also had it. My dentist sent me for specialized PT for it. You can also google exercises to help it.