Guest guest Posted June 7, 2010 Report Share Posted June 7, 2010 Hi Marla, You mentioned that your daughter wears braces and also has a device to help her jaw. Perhaps she is having some muscle issues in her neck or the back of her head, which could very well be causing her dizziness. I have had TMJ problems for about 3 years; in the course of trying to find a reputable dentist who could help me, I have undergone many kinds of treatments,one of the most helpful being physical therapy for my neck and upper back. Because the muscles in the jaw are significantly intertwined with our necks and upper backs, any change in jaw alignment (via braces or prosthetics) can affect our equilibrium. The inner ear is also closely tied to these muscles. I have suffered with dizziness for quite awhile, but if I see my physical therapist or chiropractor and do at-home exercises, the dizziness almost always gets better. Just thought you might want a different perspective in case all your daughter's tests come back normal. Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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