The Masseter TMJ release is a gentle self-massage technique targeting the jaw muscles to relieve tension and discomfort associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. This exercise can help ease jaw clenching, reduce headaches, and improve overall jaw mobility. It is especially beneficial for individuals with stress-related jaw tightness or TMJ pain.
- Clench your back teeth to feel for the muscle belly.
- Using your knuckle find the muscle, relax the jaw.
- Move the knuckle around on the muscle to locate an area of tension.
- Gently apply pressure to the muscle.
- Sustain for 10s whilst deep breathing into the belly.
- The muscle should soften off/release.
- You may need to sustain the pressure for > 30 seconds.