Jaw Exercises

These simple jaw exercises are for a complex joint in our body, known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The jaw is very vulnerable joint, and problems with it can create a number of issues. These issues include, headaches, ear aches, hearing problems, stiffness, or locking of the joint.

Jaw Relaxer

1. Stand or sit in front of a mirror.
2. Place the tip of your tongue on the roof of your mouth and keep your jaw relaxed.
3. Looking in the mirror, open and close your mouth multiple times, making sure your chin is moving straight up and down.

Lateral Jaw Relaxer

1. Stand or sit with your back straight.
2. Keep your jaw relaxed and slowly move it side to side multiple times.

Jaw Closer

1. Sit up straight in a chair, with your backs pressed against the back of the chair.
2. Take your index fingers (both) and place them on the bottom of your teeth.
3. Use your index fingers as resistance to opening your mouth.
4. Hold the resistance for 10 seconds or as needed.
5. Do 5-10 reps and 3-5 sets.

Jaw Opener

1. Place both your thumbs underneath your jaw and place your index fingers alongside your cheeks.
2. Attempt to open your jaw and resist using your thumbs. Do not let you jaw open.
3. Hold the resistance for 10 seconds or as needed.
4. Do 5-10 reps and 3-5 sets.

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