TMJ Massage for Jaw Pain, Headaches & Tension Relief

Targeted massage therapy to ease TMJ dysfunction, jaw clenching, and chronic headaches.

At Spindrift Massage and Bodywork Therapy in Southern Shores, our TMJ massage sessions are designed to relieve the root causes of facial, jaw, and head tension. Using a blend of external and intraoral techniques, this therapeutic treatment addresses TMJ dysfunction (TMJD), teeth grinding, sinus pressure, and migraines. Whether you're dealing with daily jaw tightness or chronic discomfort, this focused session supports long-term relief and balance.

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This specialized TMJD massage therapy targets the root causes of jaw tension, headaches, and facial discomfort by focusing on the jaw, neck, head, and shoulder muscles. Ideal for those experiencing TMJ disorder symptoms, jaw clenching, or facial tightness from stress or posture, this session provides effective, targeted relief. Techniques include precise massage of the neck, shoulders, and facial muscles—along with optional intraoral massage (gloved and performed with informed consent) to release deeper muscular restrictions inside the mouth that contribute to pain and dysfunction.

Facial massage focused on the masseter muscle to ease TMJD tension, with soft lighting and a relaxed client.

Ideal for anyone experiencing jaw tension, TMJD symptoms, chronic headaches, or facial discomfort from clenching, grinding, or postural strain.

Focused facial massage using gua sha to reduce TMJD tension and support sinus drainage.

Benefits of Intraoral Massage and Headache Relief Therapy

Alleviates jaw pain and TMJD-related tension
Reduces headache and migraine frequency
Supports sinus drainage and lymphatic circulation
Eases clenching, grinding, and jaw clicking
Enhances jaw mobility and nervous system relaxation

60 Minutes // $90

Gloved intraoral massage to relieve jaw tension and support TMJ dysfunction relief.

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Recommended Enhancements for TMJ Relief

Scalp massage focused on relieving headache pressure and calming the nervous system with magnesium oil.

Scalp & Headache Relief Therapy // $20 (+15 min)

A magnesium-infused head, neck, and scalp treatment that helps calm the nervous system, ease headache pressure, and restore circulation. Especially supportive for clients experiencing chronic stress or tension-related headaches.

Therapist wearing black gloves performs intraoral massage on a relaxed client in a calm, coastal-inspired setting.

Intraoral TMJ Dysfunction Treatment // $25 (+15 min)

A focused enhancement that blends external facial massage with intraoral techniques (performed with gloved hands) to release deep jaw tension, improve alignment, and relieve symptoms of clenching, grinding, and TMJ discomfort.
Best added to full-body massage sessions for targeted jaw relief.