Continuing Ed Courses
TMJ & Migraine Massage: A 90-Minute Clinical Protocol
14-Hour Hands-On Continuing Education Course
Clients with TMJ dysfunction, headaches, migraines, jaw pain, clenching, grinding, and chronic neck tension often require more than localized work to achieve lasting improvement. This course teaches a structured, clinically focused 90-minute massage protocol that addresses the jaw, head, neck, and shoulders as an integrated system.
Designed for licensed massage therapists, this course combines lecture, demonstration, and extensive hands-on practice to help participants confidently incorporate TMJ-focused work into clinical practice.
What You'll Learn
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Appropriate indications and contraindications for TMJ massage
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Informed consent and client communication
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Infection control and safe intraoral procedures
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Functional anatomy of the TMJ and surrounding structures
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Assessment strategies for clients with jaw pain and headaches
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Safe intraoral techniques
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External jaw techniques
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Head and cranial techniques
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Neck and shoulder techniques
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A complete 90-minute protocol from start to finish
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Clinical reasoning behind each technique and when to modify your approach
Course Format
This is a highly interactive, hands-on course.
Each section of the protocol is:
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Explained
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Demonstrated
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Practiced with instructor guidance
Participants will then complete two uninterrupted full-length practice sessions to build confidence and refine technique.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for licensed massage therapists who want to expand their clinical skills when working with clients experiencing:
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TMJ dysfunction
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Jaw pain
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Bruxism (clenching and grinding)
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Headaches
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Migraines
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Neck and shoulder tension associated with TMJ dysfunction
Course Details
Length: 14 Hours
Schedule: Friday & Saturday October 9 & 10, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Class Size: Limited to provide individualized instruction and feedback.
Pilot Course
This inaugural offering is being taught as part of the instructor's application to become an NCBTMB Approved Provider.
The course is not currently approved for NCBTMB continuing education credit. If approved, participants may be eligible to receive CE credit retroactively in accordance with NCBTMB policies.
Tuition
Pilot Course Tuition: $175
50% off the planned regular tuition
Policies
Registration policy:
I am only taking 12 students for this pilot course. Please register below ASAP. Registration ends when 12 students have signed up and paid. For waitlist options, please sign up for the newsletter below.
Cancellation Policy:
I understand that unforeseen circumstances come up. Below is my cancellation policy:
- If you cancel 3 weeks or more before class - 100% refund or option to transfer your class credit to another live class
- If you cancel less than 3 weeks before class - No refund - Option to transfer your credit to another live class or online classes - 1 year to use credit - $30 transfer fee to switch to another live class
- If you do not show up to class and do not communicate prior - No refund - No option to transfer credit
Contact
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