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The TMJ Association, Ltd. (TMJA) is a non-profit, patient advocacy organization whose mission is to improve the quality of healthcare and lives of everyone affected by temporomandibular disorders (TMJD). We invite you to read through our site. We do not provide medical advice or referrals, but we can link you to science-based information. We hope you'll join us in changing the face of TMJ™
Think you may have TMJ Disorders?
The American Academy of Dental Research (AADR) revised their policy statement on TMJ disorders. This policy statement reflects the position of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) "Less is Best" campaign. When you read this statement it will also reflect what we have been saying for the past 20 years and it is not what you, as a TMJ patient, want to hear..."no specific therapies have been proven to be uniformly effective." As was stated in the report,Chronic Pain in Women: Neglect, Dismissal and Discrimination, TMJ disorders are just that.We need your help to fight for the science that will bring understanding to TM disorders and treatments that work and not harm. Be part of the solution!
End Chronic Pain in Women: Action Alert
Last month, the Overlapping Conditions Alliance successfully launched the Campaign to End Chronic Pain in Women. There is already growing Congressional interest in this effort, but we need your help today! If your U.S. Representative hears from a number of his/her constituents about this issue, he/she is likely to support this important request. Your input makes all the difference!
Click to Make A Difference Now. Help find effective treatments for TMJ Disorders. The TMJ Association is a non-profit, 501(c)3 patient advocacy organization that relies solely on the generous donations from people like you to fund vital TMJD research and awareness efforts.
I found The TMJ Association, which saved my life. The TMJ Association provided science-based, reliable information about facial pain and TMJ disorders. Facial pain and jaw pain were once a big part of my life. For a time, I thought it would be the end of me. Eventually, I recovered with patience, physical therapy and time. Read her story.
Read a selection of touching stories submitted by those experiencing TMJD – learn how others cope with issues many patients face.
What are the TMJA Science Meetings all about? We've held 5 such meetings to date, and issued a TMJ Science Journal for each. Click here to take a look.
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