Welcome to TMJ and Functional Movement Concepts.  This segment will present the anatomy and kinesiology of TMJ from a holistic point of view.  In this learning segment, you will demonstrate the ability to:

• Understand the anatomy of the temporal-mandibular joint as well as its movement dynamics.
• Learn the relationships of the TMJ and the rest of the body. 
• Demonstrate the Body/Jaw indicator assessment test and understand some of the treatment concepts from this point of view.  

To Do: 

1. View Video Lecture: TMJ, Body-To-Jaw Correction

2. Read PDF filesNOTE: ONLY #1 IS REQUIRED:
   1. The relationship between the pelvis and stomatognathic system: A position statement by Charles L. Blum, DC
   2. Temperomandibular dysfunction and systemic distress by Justin Glastier (OPTIONAL)
   3. The Common Compensatory Pattern: Its Origin and Relationship to the Postural Model by Ross E. Pope, DO, FAAO (OPTIONAL)
   4. The relationship between the stomatognathic system and body posture by Antonino Cuccia, Carola Caradonna (OPTIONAL)

3. Read in Manual: pages 70, 122-124

4. View Body-To-Jaw Lecture: THIS LECTURE IS NEW. CAN GIVE TO STUDENTS OR DO LIVE IN PERSON.

Body-To-Jaw Lecture notes:

5. TMJ Yoga Therapeutics: Watch video sharing a correction practice. Create your own simple plan of action.

6. Take Quiz