TMJ jaw pain can stem from things like dental issues, to structural problems in the upper neck, and even dysfunction in the jaw joints themselves. The temporo-mandibular joint is a structure that relies on specific gliding and rotational movement to facilitate the dynamic motions involved in chewing, talking, and opening/closing the mouth. Due to the consistent mechanical burden the TMJ faces, it can get “stuck” or lose it’s proper motion on one side or both, which can produce tracking problems, bite changes, and even pain.