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Muscle and Nerve Problems that Can Lead to Headaches

TMJ Headache

Headaches can range in severity from minor nuisances to completely debilitating. One of the keys to pain relief from constant headaches is to identify the root cause. Many people do not know that some headaches are caused by muscle and nerve problems. According to Dr. Ivan Stein, here are some of the common muscle and […]

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Study: TMD May Increase Frequency and Intensity of Migraines

TMD and headaches West Orange, New Jersey

While plenty of research has suggested there is a link between temporomandibular jaw (TMJ) disorder (TMD) and chronic headaches, a new study sheds light on how they may be connected. Researchers from the University of São Paulo’s Ribeirão Preto School of Medicine in Brazil found that TMD can increase the severity and frequency of migraine headaches. […]

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Signs Your Headache May Be Caused by TMJ Disorder

Signs Your Headache May Be Caused by TMJ Disorder

A headache is a common symptom of TMJ disorder. But because headaches are often linked to other conditions or can occur alone, it may be difficult to determine whether it is linked to a problem with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). In fact, a recent study found that headaches related to TMJ disorder are often misdiagnosed […]

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