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• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Diagnosing the disease
• Method 2 of 4: Using Medication to Treat RVHC Headaches
• Method 3 of 4: Changing Your Lifestyle
• Method 4 of 4: Using unverified funds
• Tips
• Warnings

Temporomandibular joint headache is pain that occurs due to problems with the joint or associated muscles. In the presence of pain and dysfunction of the jaw, jaw joints and muscles associated with the jaw, a disorder of the temporomandibular joint can occur, which in turn causes headaches and pain in the jaw area. For temporomandibular joint headaches, you can try proven medications, which also include some home remedies, or unverified folk remedies that may work for some people.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Diagnosing the disease

1. 1 Determine if the headaches are caused by a disorder of the temporomandibular joint. If headaches often occur with certain symptoms, it is possible that the pain is caused by a disorder of the temporomandibular joint. For example, you may hear clicking sounds when you open or close your mouth. You may also have a sore face. Your jaw can also become jammed, making it difficult for you to open or close your mouth. This can affect your hearing and biting ability.
   • Since headaches caused by VNS disease are associated with a disorder of the VNS, in order to relieve them, it is necessary to cure the underlying disease.
2. 2 See your doctor. First, talk to your doctor or dentist. They will be able to recognize the initial symptoms of RVNS. If your case is more severe, you should see a specialist, but it's up to your doctor or dentist to decide.
3. 3 Get a physical exam. Your healthcare professional or dentist will examine your jaw and how much you can open it. The doctor will press lightly on your jaw to determine exactly where your pain is. In addition, your doctor may order an MRI, X-ray, or CT scan to help you better understand the situation.
4. 4 See a physical therapist. If, due to stress, fear, or lack of control, you knock or grind your teeth in your sleep, physical therapy can help you relax. Physiotherapy can be recommended by either your doctor or dentist.

Method 2 of 4: Using Medication to Treat RVHC Headaches

1. 1 Take pain relievers. You can buy non-prescription pain relievers for headaches at any pharmacy. These drugs can help control pain, relieve inflammation, and relieve headaches.
   • Take a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) like ibuprofen, aspirin, or naproxen to relieve pain and inflammation. Acetaminophen will only relieve pain.
   • If you have severe pain, your doctor may prescribe a stronger pain reliever.
2. 2 Ask about muscle relaxants to relax your jaw muscles. Muscle relaxants are prescription drugs that can relieve muscle tension and relieve pain. Since they relieve the symptoms of RVNS, they can also reduce headaches.
   • Typically, these medications are put in your mouth and taken over several weeks, although this may be less than a week for you. Your doctor may also prescribe relaxant shots for you, which he will give you in his office.
   • Because muscle relaxants can have a soporific effect on a person, they are not suitable for everyone. Take them closer to bedtime so you don't feel sleepy during the day.
3. 3 Consider taking tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs). While these medications are commonly used to combat depression, they can also help relieve pain. These drugs are usually prescribed in fairly low doses.
   • An example of a TCA is amitriptyline (Elavil).
   • You should start with a small dose, but your doctor may increase it if the current dose does not provide relief.
4. 4 Take sedatives before bed. Sedatives will help keep your teeth from grinding in your sleep. Since grinding your teeth can worsen RVNS, sedatives can help relieve various symptoms of RVNS, including headaches. Based on any other medical conditions you have, medications you take, and medical history, your doctor will determine which sedatives are best for you.
5. 5 Consider Botox injections to stop your jaw from moving. This treatment is used quite rarely, because the debate about its usefulness is still ongoing. The idea is to help relax an overly tense jaw, thereby relieving headaches.
6. 6 Take corticosteroids to relieve severe inflammation. Corticosteroids mimic the natural products of the adrenal glands and reduce inflammation and pain from ANS problems. However, corticosteroids are rarely prescribed for RVNS. Your doctor will only prescribe corticosteroids if the inflammation is severe.

Method 3 of 4: Changing Your Lifestyle

1. 1 Watch your jaw move. Certain movements can worsen RVNS symptoms, such as yawning. If you can avoid these movements, you will be less likely to experience other types of pain. You should also avoid singing or chewing gum.
2. 2 Stretch and relax your jaw muscles. Your doctor, dentist, or physical therapist will teach you techniques to relax your jaw. For example, you will learn to gently massage your jaw muscles. When you have a headache, massage your jaw to relieve pain.
   • Open and close your mouth slowly to stretch your jaw muscles and strengthen sore muscles. Open your mouth, but not too wide, wait 5 seconds, then slowly close it. During the exercise, keep your head straight and look up.
3. 3 Manage stress to relieve tension from your facial muscles. Stress increases tension in the facial muscles and can lead to headaches associated with RVNS. Stress can also cause you to grind your teeth, which can worsen your ANS and cause headaches.
   • Yoga can help relax and stretch the muscles in your neck and body while reducing muscle pain in your neck, face, and back. Yoga can also help relieve stress. Sign up for yoga classes at your local gym to relieve stress.
   • Do simple breathing exercises. When you start to feel nervous, stop and focus on your breathing. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and count to four. Exhale deeply and count to four again. Continue to breathe, releasing all worries with each exhalation until you relax.
4. 4 Exercise regularly. Do a variety of exercises several times a week to relieve pain. For the most part, exercise will help you cope better with pain. Swim, go for a walk or work out in the gym - do whatever you want.
5. 5 Apply warm and cold compresses. When you have problems with your jaw, apply a cold or warm compress to it. They both help relieve muscle pain, which in turn will ease headaches.
   • To make a warm compress, take a face towel, pour warm water over it and place it on your face. To make a cold compress, wrap an ice pack with a towel. Do not apply the compress for more than 20 minutes.
6. 6 Buy a splint or mouth guard to protect your jaw. When you grind or chatter for a long time, the jaw and teeth begin to move, and this can be cured with mouth guards or splints. An incorrect or misaligned bite increases the head and muscle pain associated with the ANS.
   • The splints are made of hard plastic and cover your upper and lower teeth, protecting them when you grind or chatter. You can wear them all day, taking them off only during meals. If a splint makes the pain worse, stop wearing it and call your doctor.
   • Night guards are similar to splints and prevent teeth grinding during sleep.This device will reduce pressure on the ANS and help relieve headaches.
7. 7 Eat soft foods to relieve pressure on your jaw. In the case of particularly severe RVNS, eating solid foods can aggravate the situation. As your symptoms worsen, you may experience headaches. Therefore, if you have severe symptoms, it is better to switch to soft foods.
   • Eat foods that are easy to chew, such as cooked vegetables, bananas, soups, eggs, mashed potatoes, smoothies, and ice cream. Cut food into small pieces.

Method 4 of 4: Using unverified funds

1. 1 Burdock poultice. It is said that the burdock poultice supposedly helps relieve muscle tension, headaches, and that some use it to treat RVNS. To make a poultice, grind the burdock first. You can buy it at some health supply stores. Add some water to make a paste. Apply the paste to the outside of your jaw or wherever you have pain.
   • You can also use a head bandage. Take a kitchen towel and apply the paste to it. Fold the towel lengthwise to wrap the area from the forehead to the temple. Make sure the paste touches these areas. Wrap a towel around your head and do not remove it for 5 hours.
   • There is no medical evidence that burdock is effective in treating any medical condition.
2. 2 Use a mixture of peppermint or eucalyptus oil. Purchase a high quality essential oil. Apply a few drops to your temples. For some people, this has helped relieve headaches. One study found that combining these oils with ethanol can relax muscles, but there is no evidence that the mixture has any effect on pain.
   • To make a mixture of peppermint or eucalyptus oil, use a tincture of 10% essential oil to 90% ethanol. Rub this mixture gently on your forehead.
3. 3 Drink marjoram tea. Some argue that it has anti-inflammatory properties and helps with headaches. To make this tea, boil a glass of water and a teaspoon of dried marjoram in a saucepan. Let the tea simmer for 15 minutes before straining the tea. If you like, you can add honey to your tea to sweeten it. Drink tea to relieve headaches.
4. 4 Find an acupuncture specialist. It has been found that acupuncture can sometimes help relieve headaches. Acupuncturists insert small needles into different parts of the body to treat certain disorders. Because the needles are so small, this procedure is usually painless. When looking for an acupuncture specialist, make sure they are certified by the National Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Tips

• When you feel a headache approaching, use your fingertips to gently massage your head, jaw, and facial muscles. This will help relax the muscles and reduce pain.

Warnings

• Long-term use of pain relievers is not a solution to the headache problems associated with RVNS. Go to the dentist and get personalized treatment for RVNS before the problem worsens. If complications arise, you may need surgery.
• Poor posture (bending your neck to hold the phone or bending your back while working at a computer) puts more pressure on your head, neck, and jaw muscles, which can lead to a significant worsening of headaches.