Helping You Find Jaw Relief with TMJ Physio
Living with a sore, stiff jaw is frustrating. Our TMJ or Temporomandibular Joint physio is here to help without overcomplicated procedures.
The jaw is a busy joint. It's always moving – talking, eating, even when you're stressed. Over time, that can cause stiffness, clicking, or pain. The cause may not always be clear, but clenching, poor postural control, grinding habits, or neck tension often play a role.
At Livewell Health, our TMJ physio doesn't just treat the jaw in isolation. Your neck, shoulders, and stress levels may all be involved. Our goal is to help you figure out what’s feeding into the issue and give your body better ways to handle it. Treatment will include targeted movement therapy, hands-on massage and mobilisation that are incorporated in a plan that aligns best with your condition and current pain level.
Live Better with Trusted Physios of Melbourne
At Livewell Health, we believe everybody, regardless of age, deserves to live to their fullest potential. Our team assesses the root cause of your pain and designs evidence-based rehabilitation programs for you to move and live the best way possible.
Award-winning Team
Our health experts deliver targeted programs designed to meet your needs. These are backed by years of clinical and industry experience. Livewell Health was awarded the 2025 Australian Achiever Awards with a Highly Recommended accolade. We are the official physiotherapy partner for the City of Melbourne, Melbourne City Badminton Club, and Hawthorn Badminton Club, reflecting our expertise in effective recovery.
Real Results
Our personalised health plans ensure you invest in what’s truly relevant, so every step you take brings you closer to your goals.
Holistic Recovery
We strive to guide you beyond pain relief by addressing your overall well-being for sustainable, long-term outcomes.
How Jaw Physio Helps
For some people, TMJ discomfort builds slowly, while others may feel it all at once. Jaw physio can help reduce that sensitivity by loosening up tight muscles, improving joint movement, and calming the overworked parts of your system.
We usually start by checking how your jaw moves, what your posture is like, and how the neck and shoulders are behaving. Over time, many people notice fewer flare-ups and more ease in daily tasks like chewing, yawning, or speaking.
How is Livewell Health Jaw Physio Different?
At Livewell, we follow a comprehensive and streamlined approach to TMJ Physio. Our jaw physiotherapy sessions are tailored around our understanding of your conditions and what will best bring in the required relief. With us, the sessions look different for everyone. Our skilled physiotherapists will pinpoint and address the root causes of your pain, helping to ease the pain and prevent it from reoccurring. By the end of your session, you'll walk away with a clear, organised plan to target and manage the problem areas for lasting relief.
Highlights of the Program
All of Livewell's muscle and joint health programs comprise the following:
- 60-minute thorough assessment - History taking, goal setting, and physical examination
- Pain management strategies
- Hands-on therapy for pain relief
- Neuromuscular retraining for correct muscle activation
- Progressive strengthening (resistance-based) and mobility exercises
- Preventative management strategies to prevent recurrence
- Open communication between the therapist and client, as well as other health professionals involved in your care
- Private access to an exercise rehabilitation centre, including Clinical Pilates, strength and conditioning equipment
- Online Exercise App containing videos and instructions for exercises for easy reference
- Regular objective assessments to keep you informed of your progress
Our experienced physios are trained to accurately diagnose, treat the root causes of your pain, and prevent it from coming back. By the end of the session, you will have a structured plan of how to tackle the problem areas and manage them long-term.
Where Service Meets Satisfaction
Why Clients Choose Us?
Combined Hands-on Therapy with Exercise
Relieve your symptoms through expert hands-on care before introducing targeted exercises to achieve real long-term results.
One-on-One Sessions Tailored to Your Needs
Receive our undivided attention in every session for thorough assessment and highly personalised treatment programs.
Real Progress Towards Your Health Goals
Celebrate and track your progress with advanced technology to keep you motivated and informed every step of the way.
Purpose-built Studio
Our physiotherapy clinic provides a safe, hygienic, and fully equipped environment featuring state-of-the-art strength and Pilates exercise equipment.
Temporomandibular Joint Physiotherapy Plans
TMJ physio is never one-size-fits-all. Some need help with clenching and grinding, others with jaw locking, popping, or radiating pain into the head or ear.
Once we’ve assessed what’s happening, we build a step-by-step plan that fits your body and lifestyle. This might include strengthening weak areas, reducing strain elsewhere, or teaching you ways to calm the nervous system when symptoms flare.
You don’t need to “just live with it.” With the right care, your jaw can feel more stable, relaxed, and manageable in everyday life. And if you've been relying on mouthguards or medications alone, this gives you another tool to work with. To know more about Temporomandibular Joint Physiotherapy, get in touch with us today and have our experts guide you through.
Referrals Accepted for Jaw Pain Services
Any Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
01Can TMJ physio help long-term jaw issues?
Yes, it often can. TMJ physio looks at the full picture, jaw movement, muscle tension, posture, and stress habits. With the right approach, even long-standing issues can improve over time.
02What’s a jaw physiotherapy session like?
We start by asking how your jaw feels and behaves day to day. Then we test how it moves. Treatment usually involves hands-on release, discussion about the causes of pain, useful exercises for pain relief and dry needling. It’s practical and never overwhelming.
03How long does it take to feel better?
It depends. Some feel relief after a few weeks, and for others, especially those with long-term problems, it might take a bit longer. We’ll keep adjusting as needed.
04Do I still need a mouthguard if I do TMJ physio?
Maybe. Mouthguards help at night, but they don’t address the root cause of jaw pain. TMJ physio targets the underlying issue, improving how your jaw functions during the day, which can complement the nighttime protection from a mouthguard.