Fatigue from TMJ and Sleep Disorders
Chronic fatigue can stem from undiagnosed sleep apnea or TMJ-related breathing disruptions. At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of St. Louis, we help identify underlying causes of tiredness—like clenching, airway obstruction, or poor sleep alignment—and provide targeted therapies to restore your energy and quality of life.Understanding the Link Between TMJ, Sleep, and Fatigue
Fatigue isn’t always caused by poor habits or stress—it’s often the result of disrupted sleep due to undiagnosed TMJ disorders or airway-related sleep issues. When the jaw is misaligned or muscles around it are tense, it can reduce airway space, contribute to teeth grinding, or worsen conditions like sleep apnea. These interruptions in breathing and restful sleep may prevent your body from reaching the deep sleep stages necessary for proper recovery, leaving you feeling drained even after a full night’s rest.
At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of St. Louis, we look beyond the surface to uncover the connection between your jaw, airway, and sleep quality. Using advanced diagnostics and a whole-body approach, we identify the root causes of your fatigue. If your symptoms are tied to TMJ dysfunction or breathing disturbances, our personalized therapies can help you reclaim your energy and vitality.
How Our Treatments Help You Restore Energy
Our treatment plans are tailored to your unique needs, targeting the jaw, muscles, and airway structures that may be affecting your sleep and causing fatigue. We may recommend oral appliances to reposition the jaw, myofunctional therapy to improve muscle function, or laser therapy to reduce inflammation and tension in the TMJ area. These options not only improve sleep quality but also reduce clenching and pain, helping your body rest and recover properly.
With consistent care, many of our patients report waking up more refreshed, experiencing fewer mid-day energy crashes, and feeling mentally sharper. Fatigue doesn’t have to control your day-to-day life. Through TMJ and sleep-focused treatment, we aim to give you the energy you need to live fully.
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