Example One:

I have had pain in my teeth and gums for about 6 months. I've been to the dentist several times and a periodontist also. They have adjusted my bite and made me a night guard which I wear whenever I sleep. My jaw still seems tight most of the time, I hear clicking on one side when I yawn, I am getting headaches once or twice a week and I still experience pain in my gums and teeth. I've also noticed a lot of tension in my neck and shoulders. My dentist says there is not much else to do short of a complicated surgery to correct my TMJ. Is there anything I can do for myself?

Example Two:

I'm 67 years old and take pretty good care of myself. I eat well and exercise regularly. I like to take long walks and I lead a relatively stress free life. Lately my neck and back have been hurting me and I seem to have less energy. My friends tell me I'm not standing as strainght as I used to and I tend to force my words out when I speak. The doctor gave me some muscle relaxants and some anti-inflammatory medication but that didn't seem to help much and I don't want to take medication anyway. I've tried going for massage, which helps, but only temporarily. Am I just getting old or is there something I can do to correct this problem?

Example Three:

I broke my arm about six months ago right near where the ulna joins the wrist. Since the cast came off my arm doesn't rotate at the elbow like it used to and my wrist seems locked up too. I went for physical therapy and it helped some, but my arm just is not the same as it was before the accident. What can I do? I'm 39 years old, thinly built and lead a pretty active life. I just don't want to give up that mobility without a fight.

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