TMJ disorders and Neck Pain are closely linked. New study shows mechanical and kinematic movement of neck is altered by neck pain.

A recent article (Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2010 Dec;91(12):1884-90.) showed changes in neck function when pain was present. Neck pain is one of the most frequently helped conditions during neuromuscular treatment of TMD disorders. If treating the pain can return normal function this would be an incredible finding. The article concludes "Velocity and smoothness of cervical motion were more