This course will cover how to treat TMJ dysfunction and assess the relationship between cervical spine problems, headaches and the jaw.

“After this course I was surprised how many of my clients with neck pain and headaches also had TMJ symptoms. I found that I was much more effective at treating neck pain and headaches when I assessed and treated the TMJ” - Sydney Physiotherapist, Course Participant.

Tempormandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction and associated problems of the craniomandibular region affects up to 60% of the general population. Manual therapy, active exercises and postural correction has been shown to be effective in treating the TMJ and reducing muscle tension.

Do you feel that you have the skills to assess and treat this area? Many of the challenging neck pains and headaches that we see clinically are often related to TMJ disorders. This comprehensive workshop will review the functional anatomy of the temporo-mandibular joint and cover manual therapy techniques to assess and treat TMJ disorders. Typical presentations of craniomandibular disorders seen clinically will also be addressed. These techniques are well suited to a physiotherapy or osteopathic approach.

An introduction to cranial techniques and how these can be a useful adjunct in treating headaches and neck pain will be covered.

About the Lecturer

Penny Elliott, M.H.Sc. (Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy), Member AAOMT, B. App.Sc (Phty), Physiotherapist, Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Assoc.

Penny is a senior associate of the Physiotherapy Posture and Fitness Clinic and combines her clinical work with lecturing and taking classes. She completed her master’s degree in orthopaedic manipulative therapy at Charles Sturt University in 2006. Teaching at the University of Sydney’s School of Dentistry encouraged her further study on the TMJ during her master’s degree. In her clinical work she liaises regularly with dentists, prosthodontists and orthodontists.

Penny has spent several years in the development of a number of education programs for health professionals both nationally and internationally.

Additionally, Penny’s hands on and exercise based approach to treatment means that patients can really understand their problem and take an active part in managing their own health and fitness. When not in clinic, Penny will be found in all manner of activities, including Pilates, spinning, swimming, yoga and being a mum.

Date and Venue

Next course will be held at:
Date: 24 August 2011
Time: 9:00am-5:00pm
Venue: 73 Tras St #02-01 Singapore 079012
Fees: S$425 per person
Closing date for registration: 31 July 2011

Registration

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