TMJ Dysfunction Care in Santa Cruz
Relieve Jaw Tension. Restore Ease. Feel More Like You.
Jaw pain. Clicking. Popping. Tightness when you chew. Headaches that start near the ears or behind the eyes. TMJ dysfunction may begin with your jaw, but it often spreads across your entire system—impacting your posture, mood, and quality of life.
We don’t see TMJ as an isolated issue. It’s usually tied to how your body absorbs and responds to stress. At Network Chiropractic Wellness Center, we work gently with your spine and nervous system to help release those stored patterns—so your body can stop bracing and start softening.
What’s Behind TMJ Pain?
The temporomandibular joint is one of the most used and misunderstood joints in the body. It allows you to speak, chew, and yawn. But when it’s out of sync, everything can feel off. Here are some of the more common causes of TMJ issues:
- Grinding or clenching (often while sleeping or under stress)
- Forward head posture or postural collapse
- Nervous system overload
- Past injuries to the jaw, head, or neck
- Spinal misalignments that affect jaw movement
A Gentle Reset for Your System
Santa Cruz chiropractor Dr. Bjorn Bostrom has advanced training in NetworkSpinal® and upper cervical care, which allows him to help your body reorganize from the inside out. Instead of forcing change, this method uses light, precise contact to invite ease. As your spine and nervous system shift, jaw function often improves naturally.
When the tension in the cervical spine softens, the jaw no longer has to compensate. Movement becomes more fluid. Pain reduces. Your system starts to work with itself—not against.
“When we release the tension patterns beneath the surface, the body no longer needs to hold on. That’s when pain fades, posture improves, and healing flows.
says Dr. Bjorn.
It’s Not Just About Your Jaw
Many people come in for jaw discomfort—but end up noticing changes far beyond that. Their face feels lighter. Their breath deepens. They speak more clearly and sleep more soundly. This is the power of working with the nervous system: everything is connected.
Our approach doesn’t rely on bracing, forcing, or manipulating. It’s about supporting your body’s ability to recalibrate and self-correct.
You Deserve Relief That Lasts
You don’t have to live with that constant tension. Whether TMJ symptoms have been part of your life for years or just started recently, we’re here to help you reconnect with ease, movement, and comfort. Contact us today to schedule your first visit.
