TMJ Intensive

with James Ivaska, L.M.T., MS, BCBMT

May 31 & June 1, 2025

Time: Saturday 9:00am-6:00pm; Sunday 9:00am-4:00pm

NCBTMB Approved 14 CE Hours

Cost:

$418.00 

(with $150 non-refundable deposit)

Cash / Check Discount Cost:

$405.00 

(with $150 non-refundable deposit)

Course Description:

In the TMJ Intensive seminar, you will spend two days immersed in the function of the temporomandibular joint. This is a wonderful area of specialization for the manual therapist as so few options are normally available to people with TMJ problems. You will explore deeply the mechanics of the TMJ function and dysfunction. After learning numerous screening techniques, you will learn effective hands-on treatment techniques for TMJ discomfort.

Therapists will learn:

• In-depth the anatomy and biomechanics of the tempomandibular joint including topics of joint movements, discal issues, occlusion, and potential dysfunctions of the joint.
• How to assess for dysfunction of the TMJ and be able to identify potentional TMJD symptoms. Assessments will include ROM assessments as well as functional assessments of the TMJ.
• To treat intraorally the musculature surrounding the TMJ and be able to identify potential pain and dysfunction in the musculature of the jaw.
• To be able to treat the musculacture accessible externally of the TMJ.
• To treat the infra and suprahyoid musculature and identify the potential symptoms related to those soft tissues.
• To identify potential dysfunctions like tongue ties, tongue thrusts, improper tongue rest position and more.

Required Text –   None, but knowledge of musculature surrounding the jaw should be reviewed.

Required List of Supplies - A bottom sheet and face cradle cover. Gloves will be provided, but if you require a specific type of glove, please bring your own supply.

James Ivaska, L.M.T., has been practicing therapeutic massage since 2003. Originally from Evanston, IL he received his training with the Chicago School of Massage Therapy. He has also received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois which has given him a love for all things anatomy. James has been a T.A. for multiple kinesiology courses at the University level and has been teaching with PNMT since 2011. Since his training he has treated thousands of people for chronic pain or injuries. James now has a private practice in Little Rock Arkansas. James is always looking to learn about the human body and loves to teach about it.

Contact James at: 

admin@pnmt.org

https://www.pnmt.org