Bruxism and Chiropractic: Solutions in Mataró
Bruxism can be debilitating, affecting your quality of life. In our chiropractic center in Mataró, we offer natural solutions to relieve this condition.
Bruxism and Chiropractic
Bruxism is an unconscious, attempted, and rhythmic movement of the chewing muscles.
It is more common in children; however, in adulthood, the bruxism habit can cause problems in frequency and intensity.
The causes of bruxism
Stress: Plays a very important role in bruxism; patients with bruxism generally have high levels of stress.
Dental issues: Cause misalignment and attempt to wear down those differences to fit.
Wearing down not only does not solve the problem but worsens it, as the more the teeth wear down, the worse they fit.
Exercises for bruxism
Take a cork from a wine or cava bottle, place it between your upper and lower teeth, and hold it between your teeth for 15 minutes a day.
If the whole cork is too large at first, cut it down until it is the right size for your jaw. As your jaw gets used to the size, take a larger cork until you can hold a normal-sized cork for 15 minutes without issue.
Especially at first, you will salivate a lot; you can do this exercise in the shower or comfortably at home.
Bruxism and Chiropractic
Consult with your Chiropractor about other types of exercises you can do for this ailment. There are several specific adjustments focused on the upper cervical vertebrae of our spine and the jaw that a Chiropractor can perform. This can help you reduce not only the pain but also the intensity.
With chiropractic adjustments, stress and anxiety can also be reduced, thus, in this way, we will also reduce the need to clench the teeth.
