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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Emilie Lavinia

What is TMJ and how to treat jaw pain, according to experts

Approximately 22 per cent of people grind their teeth and experience jaw tension - (Getty/iStock)

If you’ve ever experienced a stress headache, it’s possible you might be suffering with TMJ – a painful condition that the likes of Zoe Ball, Iggy Azalea and Dermot O’Leary have publicly discussed their struggles with.

TMJ, which stands for temporomandibular joint, encompasses a range of symptoms, from recurrent headaches to acute pain in the joint and jaw muscles. It can be caused by high stress levels and symptoms of stress, like teeth grinding and clenching, but also by jaw injuries and issues with teeth alignment.

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