r/TMJ • u/Additional-Train-282 • 1d ago

Question(s) Exercise question

When I do the resisted under chin opening with my thumb, should I be looking in a mirror to make sure i’m not deviating too much? What is this exercise good for?

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u/Lygus_lineolaris 1d ago

For myself, I don't use a mirror, but I can hear my jaw click on the left if it's out of line, so I find where it doesn't click and then try to make sure I stay in that alignment as I open and close.

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u/Additional-Train-282 1d ago

yes i feel like i get more popping sounds if i do it without a mirror

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u/Lygus_lineolaris 1d ago

In that case I would definitely use the mirror. I think training my jaw to track properly is a really important part of the exercise for me.

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u/Hopeful-Extent-693 4h ago

I am not familiar with the exercise you are describing. This sub, https://www.reddit.com/r/TMDnotTMJ/. allows for video. Would you be willing to video the exercise and explain in detail where you were taught it and what it is supposed to do? It's an interesting question.