Name: Bodyworks DW Advanced Massage Therapy
Price range: $$$
Rating: 5

Relief for jaw pain, headaches, and tension. At Bodyworks DW in FiDi & Midtown West, our therapists specialize in advanced massage therapy for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues. If you clench your jaw, grind your teeth, or struggle with chronic headaches, our team can help.

👉 Book your TMJ Massage today at our NYC studios.

Why TMJ Massage?

The temporomandibular joint is one of the most complex joints in the body. Tension here can trigger a wide range of symptoms:

Jaw pain or clicking
Headaches and migraines
Neck and shoulder tightness
Earaches or ringing in the ears
Tooth pain not explained by dental exams

Massage therapy offers a safe, effective, and non-invasive way to reduce jaw muscle tension, restore mobility, and relieve related pain.

Our Expertise in TMJ Work

Advanced Training: David Weintraub, LMT and founder of Bodyworks DW, teaches a 2-day advanced training on the head, neck, and jaw for NYS licensed massage therapists. This training includes specialized intraoral techniques for the pterygoid and buccinator muscles.
Skilled Staff: David personally trains our therapists in these techniques. Most of our team are skilled at both external and intraoral TMJ massage.
Trusted by Dentists: Many NYC dentists refer their patients to us for conservative care before more invasive options.
Proven Results: We’ve helped countless clients reduce or even eliminate their reliance on night guards.

Related: Learn more about our clinical approach on our Medical Massage NYC page.

What to Expect

A TMJ massage session may include:

External work on the jaw, temples, neck, and shoulders, as well as ribcage, diaphragm, psoas, and hip flexors — areas that often contribute to jaw tension
Intraoral techniques (with non-latex medical gloves) to release pterygoid and buccinator muscles with client consent. This treatment is highly recommended but is not required.
Myofascial release to improve jaw mobility
Trigger point therapy to reduce referred pain
Education on self-care and posture to prevent recurrence
A follow-up plan addressing related areas of the body — hips, knees, even feet — that are often overlooked but can play a role in jaw pain patterns

Every session is tailored to your pain pattern, history, and comfort level.

David Weintraub teaching TMJ massage intraoral pterygoid release training with therapist Ann Perez NYC — *Owner David Weintraub receives intraoral TMJ work from therapist Ann Perez during a training session, demonstrating release techniques for the medial and lateral pterygoid muscles.*

Who Benefits from TMJ Massage?

People with jaw clenching or teeth grinding (bruxism)
Those with frequent headaches or migraines
Clients with restricted jaw opening or clicking joints
Individuals with stress-related jaw tension

Locations

FiDi Studio (160 Broadway): convenient to Wall Street, Seaport, Tribeca, Battery Park, and Chinatown.
Midtown West Studio (336 W 37th): steps from Hudson Yards, Penn Station, and the Garment District.

Book Your TMJ Massage in NYC

Don’t let jaw pain control your life. Book a TMJ massage at Bodyworks DW and experience lasting relief.

👉 Book your TMJ Massage now

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