TMJ, Headaches & Migraines: How Posture, Neck Tension & Breathing Impact Jaw Pain
Greg Goldberger • February 18, 2026
Why jaw pain, tension headaches, and migraines often start with posture, neck mobility, and breathing mechanics—not just the jaw.
Are your headaches, migraines, or jaw pain really coming from your jaw?
In this episode of The Movement Driven Podcast, Dr. Greg breaks down the often overlooked movement connection behind TMJ dysfunction, tension headaches, and even some migraines. Many people treat jaw pain with a night guard and stop there. But what if the root cause is actually your posture, neck mobility, rib mechanics, or breathing patterns?
You’ll learn:
• The difference between tension headaches, migraines, and sinus headaches
• Why TMJ dysfunction almost always includes a neck issue
• How forward head posture compresses key nerves at the base of the skull
• How shoulder and rib mobility influence jaw tension
• The role of stress, clenching, and nighttime grinding
• Why breathing mechanics matter more than you think
• When jaw pain calls for a full-body movement assessment
Dr. Greg also explains how manual therapy, postural reeducation, strengthening, and dry needling can significantly reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches and TMJ symptoms.
If you live in Jacksonville, Florida and are struggling with chronic headaches, migraines, or jaw pain, Movement Driven Performance Physiotherapy may be able to help you get back to living without constant tension.
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