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In this episode, Helen Baker from TMJ Massage Therapies® is joined by Tara Jettoo, a Sports Massage Therapist and Medical Herbalist based in Bristol, UK.

After experiencing jaw tension herself and discovering first-hand the impact that TMJ treatment could have, Tara became fascinated by the connection between the jaw, the rest of the body, and the nervous system. After qualifying as a Sports Therapist, she completed the TMJ Massage Therapies® Level 1 Online CPD Course and has since developed TMJ treatment as a key specialism within her practice.

Tara also talks about one of the aspects of the training she valued most – the community created through TMJ Massage Therapies®. Rather than completing a course and being left to practise alone, she became part of a growing network of practitioners with a shared interest in TMJ Dysfunction. Through the community she has been able to connect with other therapists, share knowledge and experiences, and even build relationships with practitioners locally. It’s this continued connection and support beyond the course itself that Tara describes as such an important part of her experience.

Tara shares how she combines her work as a Medical Herbalist with TMJ treatment, sports massage, acupuncture and dry needling, taking a holistic approach to supporting people experiencing jaw pain, migraines, chronic pain and tension.

We also explore Tara’s particular interest in working with people living with Parkinson’s, and how she is developing an integrative approach incorporating hands-on treatment, herbal medicine, movement and lifestyle support alongside conventional care.

Throughout the conversation, Tara shares her experience of working with clients, including a younger client experiencing persistent migraines and widespread pain. We discuss the importance of tracking symptoms and recognising gradual improvements, as well as the growing number of younger people presenting with jaw tension, headaches, stress and postural issues.

Tara also shares how self-care and patient education form an important part of her approach, from simple jaw-release techniques and lifestyle strategies to sleep positions, pillow placement and helping clients understand the everyday factors that may be contributing to their symptoms.

This episode is full of practical insights for Medical Herbalists, massage therapists, bodyworkers and healthcare professionals interested in TMJ Dysfunction, chronic pain and taking a whole-body approach to treatment.

Tara is based in Bristol and can be found through Wild Hazel Therapies and the TMJ Massage Therapies® Graduate Directory.

For more information about TMJ Massage Therapies® Training, please visit www.tmjmassagetherapies.com/trainingor email training@tmjmassagetherapies.com.

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In this inspiring episode, Helen Baker from TMJ Massage Therapies® is joined by Abbigale Porter, a facialist, skincare professional, and Spa Director at Careinkc.com based in Kansas City, Missouri, USA.

After completing the TMJ Massage Therapies® Level 1 Online CPD Course, Abbigail began incorporating TMJ treatment techniques into her clinic alongside her facial and skincare services. Working closely with a TMJ and Sleep Apnoea Clinic, she has witnessed first-hand the profound impact that a whole-body approach can have on people living with jaw pain, headaches, tinnitus, facial tension, and chronic discomfort.

Abbigale shares her journey into TMJ treatment, how she integrates intra-oral techniques, upper body massage, and self-care strategies into her sessions, and why the Jaw Massage Ball® has become an essential part of her treatment protocols. We also discuss the importance of patient education, homecare compliance, and building collaborative relationships with dentists and other healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes for clients.

Throughout the conversation, Abbigale shares powerful client success stories, including patients experiencing significant reductions in jaw pain and improved quality of life through a combination of hands-on treatment and self-care. She also explains how the course has enhanced not only her TMJ treatments but also her facial and anti-ageing work through a deeper understanding of facial anatomy and muscle function.

This episode is full of practical insights, inspiration, and encouragement for facialists, aestheticians, massage therapists, and healthcare professionals looking to expand their skills and better support clients living with TMJ Dysfunction.

For more information about TMJ Massage Therapies® Training, please visit www.tmjmassagetherapies.com/training or email training@tmjmassagetherapies.com.

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In this insightful episode, Helen Baker from TMJ Massage Therapies® is joined by the lovely Jacqui Barker, an Advanced Clinical Massage Therapist based in Scotland, whose passion for helping people with chronic pain led her into the world of TMJ Dysfunction and whole body treatment approaches.

Jacqui shares her journey from movement and fitness into clinical massage therapy, and how completing the Level 1 TMJ Massage Therapies® Online CPD Course helped deepen her understanding of the connection between the jaw, posture, hips, pelvis, and wider fascial system.

We talk about the importance of gentle, whole body TMJ treatment, the power of touch, and why so many jaw pain sufferers are often living with symptoms they do not realise are connected to their jaw. Jacqui also shares powerful case studies from clinic, including a client whose migraines, jaw pain, tinnitus, and chronic tension dramatically improved after treatment.

This episode is full of warmth, clinical insight, and encouragement for therapists wanting to better understand TMJ Dysfunction and the incredible impact a compassionate, whole body approach can have on someone’s quality of life.

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