L13: JAW STRETCHES Teaching points (3 mins)

Lesson instructions:
Read the exercise instructions
Watch the videos
Read contraindications and what to say to patients

Contraindications

• Acute temporomandibular pain (15)
• Temporomandibular joint hypermobility – patients with hypermobility should be encouraged to avoid end range positions (9)
• Excessive pain in the temporomandibular joint during this exercise

What to say to patients
“Stretching the overactive muscles of your jaw is aimed at improving alignment and reducing tension.”