A member asked:

Tmj ,neck,right shoulder hurts so bad for almost one year especially in the winter.i can feel the pain on the forehead too really powerful.mri -clear?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

TMJ neck pain: Not sure what MRI you had spine, TMJ? Sounds like TMJ syndrome as that can cause neck pain, Assess for teeth grinding. Usual treatment for muscle pain is NSAIDs and muscle relaxants,PT sometimes steroids. Seek medical attention from a dentist as they treat TMJ/teeth grinding (guards)usually. If all negative consider cervical spine MRI, follow with neurosurgeon /ENT

Answered 3/23/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

TMJ: Could be TMJ. Even with a "normal" MRI. See TMJ expert. Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.

Answered 3/23/2015

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