[Physio Explained] Talking TMJ: Optimising your assessment & treatment with Dr Alana Dinsdale

In this episode with Dr Alana Dinsdale we explore assessment of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). We explore:

• The anatomy of the TMJ
• Symptoms of TMJ disorder
• Hypothesis categories in treatment of the TMJ
• Motor control in the TMJ
• Role of screening the Cervical spine

This episode is closely tied to Alana’s Practical she did with us. With Practicals you can see exactly how top experts assess and treat specific conditions – so you can become a better clinician, faster.

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Dr Alana Dinsdale is a physiotherapist, researcher, and lecturer at The University of Queensland, specialising in the management of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). She completed her PhD at UQ in 2023, focusing on disability and management strategies for individuals with persistent intra-articular TMDs. With a strong clinical background in private practice physiotherapy, Alana is dedicated to advancing TMD management through research, education, and collaboration. 

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