Liquid Glucosamine Chondroitin for TMJ Osteoarthritis
Relieving Pain Without The Side Effects
TMJ is the abbreviation for the temporomandibular joint, the joint that connects the lower jaw to the skull. Temporomandibular Syndrome (TMJ Syndrome) can occur from a variety of reasons, but osteoarthritis is one of the most common reasons. TMJ Syndrome is also known as ‘TMD’ for ‘temporomandibular disorders’.
Common Symptoms of TMJ Syndrome
- Temporomandibular joint pain
- Inability to open one’s mouth widely
- Locking of the jaws
- Clicking, popping, or grating sounds in the jaw when opening or moving one’s mouth
- Difficulty chewing
- Swelling of the side of the face
Treatments for Osteoarthritis of the TMJ
Some popular treatments include:
- Applying moist heat or cold packs
- Eating soft foods
- Taking NSAID medications
- Low-level laser therapy
- Wearing a splint or night guard
- Keeping one’s teeth slightly apart
- Learning relaxation techniques
- Surgery
Many of these osteoarthritis treatments for TMJ Syndrome are unrealistic, expensive and even dangerous.
Lifestyle changes such as eating soft foods, using cold or hot packs, and wearing splints or night guards are inconvenient and often unrealistic for most people suffering from TMJ Syndrome. Surgery and laser therapy are expensive and may cause scarring and nerve injuries. NSAID medications (such as ibuprofen) will likely relieve pain, but do nothing to repair cartilage. Furthermore, if taken consistently over time, NSAID medications can cause bleeding and organ damage.
Benefits of Synflex® Liquid Glucosamine Chondroitin for TMJ Syndrome Treatment
Randomized, double-blind clinical studies of glucosamine and chondroitin have shown improvements in pain and TMJ tenderness.
Unlike NSAID medications, Synflex® liquid glucosamine chondroitin not only relieves pain without the side effects, but it helps in building and repairing damaged cartilage and can be taken for a long period of time without any damage.
Synflex® liquid glucosamine chondroitin doesn’t require lifestyle changes to manage TMJ osteoarthritis. It is easy to use, is berry or orange flavored, and can be mixed with your favorite drink or food. The ingredients are natural and include vitamins such as A, C, and E. Unlike the pill form of glucosamine chondroitin nutritional supplements, Synflex®’s liquid form does not contain any fillers and is easily absorbed into your body. Read our blog on Glucosamine as an Effective Pain Management Tool for more information.