Treating TMJ Dysfunction
3 Hours CE/CPD | Online Course with Stuart Hinds
TMJ dysfunction can be complex, frustrating, and highly individual. Clients may present with jaw discomfort, clicking, restricted opening, facial tension, headache patterns, neck involvement, or a general sense of tightness and imbalance around the jaw and surrounding tissues.
Treating TMJ Dysfunction combines practical treatment demonstrations, anatomy education, and clinical reasoning to help therapists develop a more structured approach to one of the most challenging areas of manual therapy practice.
Designed specifically for massage therapists, manual therapists, physiotherapists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and rehabilitation professionals, the course explores how the jaw, facial muscles, cervical region, posture, movement habits, and nervous system interactions may all influence a client’s presentation.
Course Overview
Across this 3-hour CE/CPD course, participants will explore the anatomy, biomechanics, assessment considerations, and manual therapy applications associated with temporomandibular joint dysfunction.
The course combines practical treatment demonstrations with anatomy-focused learning to help practitioners better understand the relationship between jaw mechanics, masticatory muscles, facial tissues, cervical structures, movement patterns, and symptom presentation.
Supported by a fully illustrated course workbook, lesson quizzes, online examination, and certificate of completion, the program provides a structured learning experience designed to strengthen both theoretical understanding and practical clinical application.
What You Will Learn
Topic Focus TMJ Anatomy & Function Understanding the key structures involved in jaw movement, dysfunction, and symptom referral patterns Assessment & Clinical Reasoning Observing jaw movement, tissue sensitivity, cervical involvement, and contributing factors Practical Treatment Techniques Hands-on approaches for TMJ-related soft tissues, facial muscles, and associated structures Client Communication & Safety Consent, positioning, pressure control, sensitivity, and professional boundaries Treatment Integration Applying TMJ treatment principles within a broader rehabilitation and manual therapy frameworkCourse Content
The course combines anatomy education, practical treatment demonstrations, clinical reasoning, and patient-centred treatment principles to help practitioners better understand TMJ dysfunction and related presentations.
Module Focus Understanding TMJ Dysfunction Jaw mechanics, dysfunction patterns, symptom presentation, and contributing factors Anatomy & Functional Relationships Muscles of mastication, facial structures, cervical involvement, and movement considerations Assessment Principles Observation, palpation, movement assessment, and clinical reasoning strategies Practical Treatment Applications Step-by-step manual therapy approaches for TMJ-related soft tissue dysfunction Clinical Integration Developing structured treatment plans while maintaining client comfort and safetyWho This Course Is For
This course is suitable for massage therapists, manual therapists, physiotherapists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, chiropractors, osteopaths, rehabilitation professionals, and other qualified healthcare practitioners who incorporate hands-on treatment into their practice.
It is especially valuable for professionals who regularly work with clients experiencing jaw pain, facial tension, headaches, cervical discomfort, postural strain, stress-related clenching, or movement restrictions affecting the temporomandibular region.
About Stuart Hinds
Stuart Hinds is an internationally respected soft tissue therapist and educator with extensive experience working in clinical, sporting, and performance environments.
Known for his practical teaching style and strong emphasis on clinical application, Stuart has educated therapists around the world in advanced soft tissue treatment approaches and rehabilitation-focused manual therapy.
His teaching combines detailed anatomical understanding with clear, structured treatment strategies that help practitioners confidently translate theory into effective clinical practice.
Included With This Course
Included Details Video Classes Practical treatment demonstrations and anatomy instruction presented by Stuart Hinds Illustrated Course Workbook Comprehensive workbook covering anatomy, assessment, clinical reasoning, and treatment concepts Lesson Quizzes Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course Online Exam Assessment included for course completion Certificate 3 Hours CE/CPD following successful completion Lifetime Access Study at your own pace and revisit the material whenever required .nat-ce{margin:50px 0;padding:36px 0 20px;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#222}.nat-ce h2{margin:0 0 10px;color:#c3283d;font-size:30px}.nat-ce p{margin:0 0 18px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;color:#545454}.nat-ce-info{margin-bottom:24px;padding:16px 18px;background:#fafafa;border-left:4px solid #c3283d}.nat-ce-cue{margin:0 0 16px;text-align:left;color:#222;font-size:14px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:.03em;text-transform:uppercase}.nat-ce-row{display:flex;gap:14px;overflow-x:auto;padding:4px 20px 20px 0;scroll-snap-type:x proximity}.nat-ce-card{scroll-snap-align:start;flex:0 0 min(245px,76vw);max-width:min(245px,76vw);border:1px solid #e5e5e5;background:#fff;box-sizing:border-box}.nat-ce-board{height:86px;padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;background:#f7f7f7;color:#222;font-size:13px;font-weight:bold;line-height:1.35;display:flex;align-items:center;box-sizing:border-box}.nat-ce-hours{padding:12px 14px 14px;color:#545454;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5}.nat-ce-hours strong{display:block;margin-top:3px;color:#c3283d;font-size:26px;line-height:1}.nat-ce-note{margin:18px 0 0!important;font-size:13px!important;line-height:1.7!important;color:#666!important}CE Finder
This course has been approved for continuing education by numerous professional boards and associations worldwide. Scroll sideways to find your board or association.
Course: Treating TMJ DisordersApprovals Listed: 64
CE Broker Provider: #20-757944 Scroll right to view all approvals in alphabetical order → Alabama Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Alabama Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours
3 Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
3 Alaska Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
3 Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
3 Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Arkansas Board of Massage Approved Hours
3 Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) Approved Hours
3 Australian Traditional Medicine Society Approved Hours
3 Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) Approved Hours
3 Canadian Athletic Trainers Association (CATA) Approved Hours
1.2 Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA) Approved Hours
1.5 CEU/CPD Self-Cert Approved Hours
3 Chiropractic Board of Australia Approved Hours
3 College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC) Approved Hours
3 College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB) Approved Hours
3 College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland and Labrador (CMTNL) Approved Hours
1.5 College of Massage Therapists Ontario (CMTO) Approved Hours
3 College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) Approved Hours
3 Connecticut Board of Chiropractors Approved Hours
3 Connecticut Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Deleware Board of Massage and Bodywork Approved Hours
3 Distrcit of Columbia Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Florida Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Georgia Board of Massage Therapy *General* Approved Hours
3 Georgia Board of Nursing *General* Approved Hours
3 Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
3 Indiana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Iowa Board of Chiropractic Approved Hours
3 Iowa Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
3 Kansas Chiropractic Association Approved Hours
3 Maine Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Maryland Board of Massage Therapy Examiners Approved Hours
3 Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS) Approved Hours
3 Massage Therapy Assc of Manitoba (MTAM) Approved Hours
3 Massage Therapy Assc of Saskatchewan (MTAS) Approved Hours
3 Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy (MSBMT) Approved Hours
3 Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage Approved Hours
3 Missouri State Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours
3 Montana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Approved Hours
3 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Approved Hours
3 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - New York (NCBTMB-NY) Approved Hours
3 Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) Approved Hours
3 Nebraska Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours
3 Nevada Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
3 New Hampshire Advisory Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
3 New Jersey Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours
3 North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours
3 North Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Ohio Chiropractic Board Approved Hours
3 Oklahoma Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Oregon Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours
3 Oregon Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
3 Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Prince Edward Island Massage Therapy Association (PEIMTA) Approved Hours
3 Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO) Approved Hours
3 South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel Approved Hours
3 South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
3 Tennessee Board of Massage Licensure Approved Hours
3 Virginia Department of Health Professions (Massage Therapy) Approved Hours
3 Washington Board of Massage Approved Hours
3 Washington Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours
3 West Virginia Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours
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Treating TMJ Disorders
Professional Reviews & Feedback
The reviews below represent feedback provided by students and practitioners through Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me.
★★★★★ 4.8 average rating across reviews collected via Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me“Stuart Hinds explains TMJ assessment and treatment in a clear, practical way that immediately made sense for my work.”
Laura M., LMT“The course helped me understand how jaw pain connects with the neck, head, posture, and surrounding soft tissues.”
Daniel R., PT“I appreciated the careful approach to a sensitive area. The treatment demonstrations were precise and easy to follow.”
Katherine V., RMT“A very useful course for therapists who see clients with jaw tension, headaches, and upper neck discomfort.”
Marcus J., Sports Therapist“Stuart presents the TMJ material with confidence and clinical clarity. The course felt practical from start to finish.”
Emily K., Massage Therapist“The explanations around muscles of mastication and referred symptoms were especially helpful.”
Ryan E., Manual Therapist“This course gave me a much better structure for working around the jaw without feeling uncertain or overly cautious.”
Aisha P., LMT“The assessment guidance helped me recognise when TMJ-related symptoms may need referral or collaborative care.”
Brandon S., ATC“I found the practical work around the masseter, temporalis, and cervical region very relevant to my clients.”
Megan T., RMT“The course connected jaw mechanics with broader movement and soft tissue patterns in a way that was easy to understand.”
Colin C., DC“Stuart’s teaching helped me use more specific language when explaining TMJ issues to clients.”
Hannah L., Massage Therapist“The course gave me practical treatment ideas while still respecting the complexity of TMJ disorders.”
Trevor H., PTA“I liked the balance between anatomy, assessment, and treatment technique. Nothing felt like filler.”
Sophie B., LMT“The demonstrations were detailed enough to build confidence without overcomplicating the treatment process.”
Jason F., Sports Therapist“This course helped me understand why TMJ complaints often overlap with headaches and neck tension.”
Claire D., RMT“The content improved how I screen, communicate, and plan treatment for clients with jaw-related symptoms.”
Owen W., OT“A practical and well-organised course that gave me more confidence treating TMJ-related soft tissue patterns.”
Natalie A., Manual Therapist“The focus on client comfort, pressure control, and sensitive communication was especially valuable.”
Leila Q., LMT“The course helped me take a more structured and professional approach to jaw, neck, and headache presentations.”
Rachel G., Massage Therapist“Stuart Hinds makes TMJ work feel approachable while still giving the subject the respect and detail it deserves.”
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