This is an advanced course for trained providers in Myofunctional Therapy, including RDHs, SLPs, OTs, and PTs. Not sure if it's right for you? Feel free to email us with questions!

What's Inside the Unlocking Jaw Secrets Course

Getting Started

Video 1: Welcome to Unlocking Jaw Secrets Academy

Video 2: How to Use the Platform and Access Course Content

Module 1: Overview of TMJ – Why TMD?

Review of TMJD—its definition and causes

Trigger Points & Referring Pain

Headaches & Migraines

Module 2: Evaluation Process and Forms for TMD Clients

Assessment of TMJD Cases

Ear and TMD Assessment

Forms I Use in My Practice for TMD

Module 3: Fascia

Part 1: Fascia & Lymphatic System

Importance of Hydration for Fascia and Muscles

Immediate Relief Techniques for Muscle Spasms

Awaken & Activate Fascia and Lymphatic System

Wake-Up Lymph Flow: Easy In-Bed Movement

Part 2: Myofascial Release Techniques & Products

Instructions on Myofascial Release and Pain Relief Items

Products to Help Alleviate Jaw Pain

Release Techniques for: Sinus Congestion

Roof of the Mouth / Palate

Floor of the Mouth

Masseter Muscle

Lateral & Medial Pterygoid

Temporalis

Suboccipital

Trapezius (with Tools)

Sternocleidomastoid (SCM)

Eagle Syndrome / Tinnitus

Tensor Veli Palatini

Mentalis & Orbicularis Oris

Platysma

Hyoid and Sternum (Swallowing/Breathing Issues)

Products I Love for Orofacial Pain

Module 4: Beyond Myofunctional Therapy

How Myo Can Help with Jaw Disorders and Pain

Common Mistakes in MYO for TMD

Module 5: Exercises for TMD

Treatment Planning Exercises for TMD

Myo Exercises and TMD

Exercises for Surgery Recovery, Jaw Shifts, Upper Arch Restrictions, Open Bites, Orthodontics

Lip Exercises

Disc Recapture Exercise

Pencil Pull Troubleshooting

Neck Tension, Tongue Blade Push, K Sounds Troubleshooting

Module 6: Tongue Tie & TMD

How to Approach Tongue Tie Releases in TMD or EDS Clients

Module 7: Nervous System & TMD

Intro to the Nervous System

Neck Mobility/Alignment & Nervous System

Proprioceptive Exercises for Regulation

Humming Exercises

Facial Points to Support Nervous System Regulation

Module 8: Posture and TMD

The Impact of Poor Posture on Spine, Neck, and TMJ Health

Posture, C1 & C2, and TMD

Balance Exercises

Neck & Thera

Band Exercises

Trapezius Muscle Stretch

Exercise for Posture, Breathing, Anxiety

Module 9: Breathing and TMJD

Impacts of Breathing on TMJD

Breathing Exercises

Module 10: The Impact of Hormones, Diet, Sleep, and Mold on TMD

Diet & TMD

Sleep & TMD

Hormones and Their Impact on TMJD

Mold

Nightlase/Quiet

Night Laser for Snoring & Sleep Apnea

Module 11: Orthognathic Jaw Surgery and Myo

What to Know for Post-Surgical Cases

Jaw Surgery and Myo: How to Support Recovery with Myofunctional Therapy

Module 12: Complex Cases

Trigeminal Neuralgia

Eagle Syndrome

Temporal Tendinitis

Oromandibular Dystonia

Module 13: EDS, MCAS, POTS & TMD Connection

Insights into Overlapping Conditions

Module 14: My Personal Experience

A detailed look into my journey with TMD, joint issues, Eagle's Syndrome, Tinnitus, and MCAS/POTS. I share what worked, what didn’t, and what triggered flare-ups.

Videos Include:

Acute Jaw Joint Pain and Tinnitus Flare-Up

The Day After Myofascial Releases

Tense Units Trial for Joint Pain and Tinnitus

POTS: The Effect of Eyesight, Breathing, Posture, and PRI PT

Module 15: Case Discussions

Case 1: Neck Pain, TMJ Pain, Bite Issues, and Cervical Instability

Case 2: 12 y.o. with Cerebral Palsy and Jaw Popping/Clicking

Case 3: Hypermobility and Splints

Case 4: EDS, MCAS, POTS, Epiglottis Collapse, TMD & Severe UARS(More cases are being added over time.)

Module 16: Resources

Books, PDFs, and Links

Research on Myo & TMD

Module 17: Psychosomatics

Psychosomatics and TMJD (Arthritis & Other Pains)Psychosomatics & Tinnitus

Module 18: Protocols

What to Avoid with TMD

Nail Biting Protocol

Down Syndrome Protocol

Ozone Benefits

Module 19: Miscellaneous

Sample Links

Myo Supply Links

Essential Oils

Affiliates

My Myo Kit

My Evaluation Kit

Recommended Websites for Building a Successful OMT Business