NMT for TMJ
Many dentists are seeking professionals specifically trained in intraoral manual therapy applications for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction. The techniques taught throughout this course have a high rate of TMD resolution that many oral doctors look for.
This is a deep therapeutic application to the neck, shoulders, intra-oral, cranial and extraocular muscles. It is designed to utilize the mechanical and physiological processes of the musculoskeletal system to correct and rehabilitate injured, traumatized or fatigued or overused muscles of these areas. It will help a client/patient to manage pain and increase quality and well being. This class is 8 hours of massage continuing education hours.
Learner Objectives - After taking this class, the student will be able to:
- Understand the basic principles of neuromuscular physiology.
- Recognize specific muscular and biomechanical dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint and surrounding supportive structures.
- Understand the mechanics of TMJ and postural dynamics that influence the joint.
- Apply the appropriate techniques to the involved areas to regain homeostasis and proper biomechanical functioning of the involved musculature.
- Recognize and deduce problematic areas and risks associated with TMD.
- Understand and name specific muscles being treated, including origin, insertion, actions, the bones and their landmarks so treatment to these areas can maximize biomechanical functions.
- Recognize indications and contraindications for the affected areas.
- Self-care for TMJ.
Instructional Formats:
-Lecture -Manuals -Charts -Hand-outs -Demonstration -Practical Exchange Review
Education Vacation Opportunities
This course is offered at Las Vegas, Success School, on some of our Seminars at Seas and during our Costa Rica Education Vacation. Days and times will vary based on location.
Please enroll early to ensure your place in class. Our class size limits are strictly enforced.
Detroit, MI - November 20, 2023 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. All course materials will be provided in a digital format. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Credentials will be provided one week before class. Location: Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Metro Airport Romulus,30653 Flynn Drive, Romulus, MI 48174, #734-721-3200.
Richmond, VA - November 20, 2023 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. *Sorry, class closed.
Las Vegas, NV -December 6, 2023 This class is scheduled to take place on a Wednesday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Please bring a couple of sets of gloves and q-tips for use for intra-oral work in class. Seminar and Room Block Location: The LINQ Hotel, 3535 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89109. Room block web link: https://book.passkey.com/go/SQLMD3, Reservation Center #800-223-7277 - group code: SQLMD3. A $15 per person/per day fee, representing a shared massage table expense, has been included in the price of this tuition. If you are able to bring a table and wish to opt out of this fee, please do so on this page: https://www.lmtsuccessgroup.com/LVSSDec2023 prior to checking out. All course materials will be provided in a digital format. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Credentials will be provided a week to ten days before class.
Dallas, TX - March 11, 2024 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to complete an attendance check and set up your workspace. Course materials will be provided in a digital format a week to ten days before the class start date to the email address that you signed up for the class under. You will receive login credentials to a student portal where you can sign an electronic waiver, view or download your course manual, do an attendance check, submit your evaluation and download your Certificate of Completion. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Please arrive early if you need assistance. Location: Wingate by Wyndham Las Colinas, 850 W. Walnut Hill Lane, Irving, TX 75038, #972-590-8447.
Baltimore, MD - April 8, 2024 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to complete an attendance check and set up your workspace. Course materials will be provided in a digital format a week to ten days before the class start date to the email address that you signed up for the class under. You will receive login credentials to a student portal where you can sign an electronic waiver, view or download your course manual, do an attendance check, submit your evaluation and download your Certificate of Completion. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Please arrive early if you need assistance. Location: Holiday Inn Express and Suites Baltimore BWI Airport North, 1510 Aero Drive, Linthicum, MD 21090, #410-859-0003.
Chicago, IL - April 8, 2024 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to complete an attendance check and set up your workspace. Course materials will be provided in a digital format a week to ten days before the class start date to the email address that you signed up for the class under. You will receive login credentials to a student portal where you can sign an electronic waiver, view or download your course manual, do an attendance check, submit your evaluation and download your Certificate of Completion. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Please arrive early if you need assistance. Location: Comfort Inn O'Hare, 2175 E. Touhy Ave., Des Plaines, IL 60018, #847-635-1300.
Boston, MA - April 22, 2024 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to complete an attendance check and set up your workspace. Course materials will be provided in a digital format a week to ten days before the class start date to the email address that you signed up for the class under. You will receive login credentials to a student portal where you can sign an electronic waiver, view or download your course manual, do an attendance check, submit your evaluation and download your Certificate of Completion. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Please arrive early if you need assistance. Location: Hilton Gardens Inn Boston/Burlington, 4 Wheeler Road, Burlington, MA 01803, #781-272-8800.
Pittsburgh, PA -May 20, 2024, 2024 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to complete an attendance check and set up your workspace. Course materials will be provided in a digital format a week to ten days before the class start date to the email address that you signed up for the class under. You will receive login credentials to a student portal where you can sign an electronic waiver, view or download your course manual, do an attendance check, submit your evaluation and download your Certificate of Completion. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Please arrive early if you need assistance. Location: Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Airport, 9600 University Blvd., Moon Township, PA 15108, #412-205-5400
Portland, OR - June 24, 2024 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to complete an attendance check and set up your workspace. Course materials will be provided in a digital format a week to ten days before the class start date to the email address that you signed up for the class under. You will receive login credentials to a student portal where you can sign an electronic waiver, view or download your course manual, do an attendance check, submit your evaluation and download your Certificate of Completion. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Please arrive early if you need assistance. Location: Oxford Suites Portland - Jantzen Beach, 12226 N. Jantzen Drive, Portland, OR 97217, #503-283-3030.
Newark, NJ -July 7, 2024 This class is scheduled to take place on a Monday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to complete an attendance check and set up your workspace. Course materials will be provided in a digital format a week to ten days before the class start date to the email address that you signed up for the class under. You will receive login credentials to a student portal where you can sign an electronic waiver, view or download your course manual, do an attendance check, submit your evaluation and download your Certificate of Completion. Please be prepared to log in to your student portal at the time of class. Please arrive early if you need assistance. Location: Springhill Suites Newark Liberty Int'l Airport, 652 US Highway 1 and 9 South, Newark, NJ 07114, #862-682-5360.