How Can I Naturally Relieve TM Joint Pain Without Surgery? - #14877

For the past few months, I’ve been dealing with constant discomfort in my TM joint. It started as a mild clicking sound when I opened my mouth, but now it has turned into full-blown pain. Some days, my jaw feels tight and stiff, and chewing food makes it worse. Other times, I wake up with a dull ache near my ear and even mild headaches. The worst part is that my jaw sometimes locks up slightly when I yawn, and I have to move it around carefully to get it back to normal. I went to a dentist, and they told me it’s TM joint dysfunction. They suggested a mouthguard for grinding and painkillers if it gets too bad. But I don’t want to rely on painkillers long-term, and I feel like a mouthguard isn’t enough to fix the root cause. I’ve read that stress and posture can make TM joint issues worse. I do sit at a desk all day, and I clench my jaw when I’m anxious. Could that be making it worse? Does Ayurveda have treatments for TM joint dysfunction? Are there herbal oils, massages, or specific remedies that can reduce inflammation and relax the muscles? Has anyone successfully treated their TM joint pain naturally? What worked best—diet, exercises, or Ayurvedic therapies? I really want to avoid surgery and find a long-term solution.