Seattle TMJ Chiropractic Care/Adjustments
Welcome to Flourish Chiropractic Spa, your trusted destination for effective chiropractic care and adjustments for TMJ disorders. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to helping you find pain relief through personalized and effective chiropractic treatments designed for your unique needs.
What Are TMJ Disorders?
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to each side of your skull and helps your jaw move up, down, and around. The jaw joint has multiple parts, including:
- A cartilage pad for cushioning
- Ligaments to stabilize and support the jaw joint
- A joint capsule that surrounds and encloses the joint
When the joint is damaged, you may have difficulty moving your jaw, which can be anywhere from mildly annoying to painful. While there are multiple causes and symptoms, this difficulty is known as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ or TMD).
Common Symptoms of TMJ
There are a variety of TMJ symptoms that can make it difficult to pin down the cause of your TMJ. While some TMJ symptoms are mild, others can be quite painful and may spread beyond the joint. Common TMJ or TMD symptoms include:
- Ringing in the ears
- Pain in one or both of the TMJ joints
- Jaw pain or tenderness, sometimes accompanied by tooth pain
- Ear pain, both in and around the ear
- Difficulty or pain when chewing
- General facial pain
- Difficulty opening or closing your mouth
- Chronic headaches or migraines
- Neck pain
- Eye pain
- Shoulder pain
- Clicking, popping, or grinding sounds when you move your jaw joint
Causes of TMJ Disorders
Pinning down the exact cause of a TMJ disorder is often difficult. It can be caused by a singular issue, like a jaw injury after a car accident, or from a mix of factors, like gum chewing and nail biting. Other conditions, such as osteoarthritis or fibromyalgia, can also cause TMJ dysfunction.
Meet Our Seattle TMJ Chiropractors
Our dedicated chiropractic team is committed to providing the highest level of care, specializing in TMJ disorders and related muscle tension issues.
Dr. Ally Quintos
Dr. Kelly Perona
Dr. Brenna Gray, DC
Dr. Brenna Gray is a Chiropractor who graduated from Palmer in Davenport. Before moving to Seattle, they ran a family & injury clinic in Champaign, IL. They practice Palmer package style with diversified, extremity adjusting, activator, Thompson, toggle upper cervical as well as SOT and Talsky Tonal for a more gentle experience.
Dr. Brenna has worked with families and all bodies & has a special interest in working with those who have hypermobility and those who have long-lasting concussion symptoms.
When they are not practicing their passion of chiropractic, they are spending time with their wife and cats or diving into a great book.
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Dr. Ally Quintos
Dr. Ally is one of those rare extraverted Seattleites. She loves to help others move better and feel better while holding a compassionate, motivating space. As with other providers at Flourish, Dr. Ally believes that any progress in health, no matter how small, is a step forward and should be celebrated. Some days that will be earning a PR at the gym. Other days that will be simply showing up for your appointment. Your best will change from day to day, and it is enough.
Dr. Ally uses chiropractic adjusting, muscle scraping (gua sha), pin and stretch, and therapeutic exercises, while also addressing behavioral modifications, nutrition, and lifestyle factors all for optimal wellness. She is primarily a diversified manual adjuster, and also implements Thompson Drops and instrument-assisted adjustments. Some of her patients prefer instrument-only and that is welcomed by her.
She takes a movement and biomechanics based approach to chiropractic to promote function and wellbeing. As an avid runner, Dr. Ally loves helping people with hip, knee and shoulder injuries. She is amazed at how many people who hike or run have neck and shoulders tension! Aside from sports injuries or helping people continue doing what they love, she also has experience in pediatrics and prenatal, and really enjoys working with children, from 1 month to 17 years old. She loves supporting those who are expecting throughout their pregnancy, whether it be back pain, hip pain or overall wellness.
Dr. Ally returned to Seattle in 2020 to practice and joined Flourish in 2022. When Dr. Ally is outside of the office, she enjoys running, spending time with her family, and playing with her pup, Franklin.
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Dathan Heartson, LMT
Welcome our newest massage therapist, Dathan! He will start seeing patients on Wednesday, August 5th.
With 10 years of experience, Dathan provides Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish, Neuromuscular, Sports Massage, and Prenatal Massage. He particularly specializes in injury treatment and has a holistic, flowing approach with the intention of alleviating stress and anxiety, and regulating the nervous system. As a very physically active person himself, he has learned how to care for numerous conditions such as rotator cuff, neck, and hip issues.
Please give Dathan a warm welcome!
License no. MA60491411
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Wes Patterson
*Wes now offers Intraoral TMJ massage! If interested, please call to book.
Wes (he/they) is a trauma-informed, compassionate medical massage therapist who ensures a safe, healing environment. They are passionate about listening to and partnering with clients to craft a treatment that will be as effective and comfortable as possible. Whether it’s relaxation, working a few knots out of your neck, or seeking relief from back pain—they will work with you to plan a session to meet your goals.
Wes has practiced massage in both spa and clinic environments. He has a Washington State endorsement for Intraoral massage. His specialty is Relaxation/Swedish massage, but he enjoys integrating other modalities such as Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, deep tissue, Muscle Energy Technique, and CBD or aromatherapy treatments. During a session, Wes does their best to listen to your tissue as well as any feedback you (or your body) provide to ensure your comfort and that the work together is as effective as possible. After a session, Wes will check in about any questions/concerns you may have and will offer simple tips to improve your self-care and make your next session an even more effective experience.
Wes looks forward to the opportunity to join you on your quest towards healing, self-care, and improved quality of life.
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Kim Major
Kim is a healthcare professional at UW Medical Center and is inspired by the dedication and amount of care her peers in the medical field are giving to the community. While Kim loves her job at the hospital, she is more passionate about massage. She possesses qualities that make up an excellent Massage Therapist such as hard working, intuitive, driven, result oriented, empathetic and a calm demeanor.
Kim focuses on pain management, therapeutic or outcome based or integrated massage. Her skills include Relaxing Massages such as General Swedish, Structure Specific (Deep Tissue), Cupping and Hot stone massage. She also offers Medical/Treatment massage such as Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Facilitation, & Deep Transverse Friction. She works as a team with her patients and offers wellness tips or homework to help them heal faster and improve their lives.
Lastly, Kim advocates self-care, self-awareness, and self-love. Walk with them in their journey towards self-care is something she is passionate about. She provides a safe place for her patients to heal and relax.
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Dr. Kelly Perona
Dr. Kelly focuses on intentional healing and pain relief using hot stones, adjustments, focused massage, and stretches to encourage movement in the body, as well as preventive/self-care, posture and general wellbeing.
She is Webster-certified and has studied in the most painless, effective treatment methods available which involve traditional hands-on adjustments or instrument.
From Dr. Kelly: I love connecting with people and holding a supportive space for their needs. I started school to become a dentist with the intent to have a career in helping people. Three years into my schooling, I changed my profession to chiropractic after a car accident so I could focus on treating muscle and joint problems naturally. I love witnessing the exponential improvement chiropractic and massage can bring to whiplash or strains from MVAs, bike accidents, or other collisions. And doing so in a compassionate, validating space.
I have helped musicians, people who bind or brave MTF or FTM surgeries, runners, yoga enthusiasts, people in the restaurant industry, hairstylists, and those with the ever-elusive desk jobs. My mission is to help people live life to their fullest potential. Sometimes that is being able to work throughout the day without pain. Sometimes that is getting out of bed and brushing your teeth. There is no judgement and I am humbled and appreciative to have someone trust me to help them in their goals.
I am familiar with a large variety of body movements and mechanics and have plenty of experience with my own injuries. I also understand that healing from an injury can be difficult because you don’t want to take time off from activity. I don’t want people to settle for merely being out of pain for typical daily activities. Healing properly, to me, means being able to get back into your personal level of activity without discomfort. I’d love to help.
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Our Customized Approach to TMJ Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic treatment for temporomandibular joint dysfunction uses specialized techniques to relieve jaw pain, reduce jaw stiffness, and improve overall jaw movement. At Flourish Chiropractic Spa, we take a holistic, personalized approach to treating your TMJ pain. Our process includes:
- Comprehensive assessment. Conduct a thorough examination to determine the cause of your temporomandibular disorder and identify any underlying causes of your TMJ, like degenerative joint disease.
- Personalized treatment plan. Collaborate with you to develop a customized and effective treatment plan that addresses your specific condition and helps you achieve your health goals.
- Chiropractic adjustments. Perform gentle manual adjustments and soft tissue therapy to relieve symptoms and improve overall jaw function.
- Therapeutic exercises. Provide targeted exercises to strengthen jaw muscles, relieve muscle tension, and improve jaw joint health.
- Lifestyle advice. Offer guidance on posture, relaxation techniques, and other lifestyle factors to support your recovery and prevent recurring or ongoing TMJ pain.
- Ongoing support. Ensure continuous care and follow-up to monitor your progress and adjust treatments as needed to ensure you experience effective relief from your TMJ pain.
Complementing Therapies We Offer in Seattle
In addition to chiropractic care for TMJ disorder, we offer a wide range of complementary treatment options to support your TMJ care:
- Massage therapy. Some TMJ disorders are caused by teeth grinding, which can be caused by stress. Our massage therapy services happen in a stress-free environment, promoting relaxation throughout your body and relieving tension in your muscles and joints.
- TMJ massage. TMJ massage is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on the masseter muscles (the two large muscles on either side of your lower jaw). The gentle stretching motions can improve circulation and reduce pain and tension in your jaw.
- Cupping. Cupping therapy uses special cups to create suction on the skin to increase blood flow throughout the body, reduce inflammation, and promote healing.
Get the Care You Need
Don’t let TMJ pain control your life any longer. Take the first step toward healing by scheduling your first appointment at Flourish Chiropractic Spa. Our experienced team is ready to help you address the root cause of your TMJ pain and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. Call us or complete our online appointment request form today.
Most Common Disorders We Treat
Pain Management
Chiropractic Care and Adjustments
Relieve pain and improve mobility with personalized chiropractic adjustments.
TMJ Chiropractic Care/Adjustments
Relieve jaw tension and improve comfort with targeted TMJ adjustments and massage therapy.
Sciatica
Ease sciatic nerve pain with targeted adjustments and therapy to relieve pressure and restore comfort.
Back Pain
Reduce back pain and enhance mobility with focused chiropractic adjustments and therapeutic care.
Chiropractic Webster Technique
This protocol helps maintain pelvic alignment and balance throughout pregnancy.
Injury Treatment & Rehabilitation
Accident Recovery
Reclaim your mobility and comfort after accidents with personalized rehabilitation plans.
Car Accident Injury
Specialized treatment plans focused on recovery and rehabilitation from auto accident injuries.
Post-Cesarean Chiropractic Rehabilitation
Personalized treatment plans to support postpartum c-section recovery.
Sports Injury
Restore strength and agility with tailored sports rehabilitation and chiropractic care.
Stress & Tension Relief
Massage Therapy
Relieve stress and tension with therapeutic massage techniques designed to relax the body and mind.
Cupping Therapy
Soothe your spine with targeted therapies designed to alleviate back and neck discomfort.
TMJ Massage
Relieve TMJ discomfort with specialized massage techniques to reduce jaw tension and pain.
Pregnancy Massage
Specialized massage therapy designed to provide comfort and relief during pregnancy.