TMJ therapy in New Westminster.
Focused jaw care with usually next-day availability.
TMJ THERAPY IN NEW WESTMINSTER
Why clients in New Westminster choose us.
TMJ therapy in New Westminster for jaw pain runs out of our busiest studio, serving Sapperton, Brow of the Hill, Queen's Park, Uptown, Quayside, and commuters from Burnaby and South Vancouver. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge just ahead of each ear, and problems there can make chewing, yawning, and even talking uncomfortable.
Care is led by physiotherapists with training in the jaw, working to the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC scope: hands-on treatment of the jaw and neck, gentle mobility work, and a short home program. Because this is our deepest roster, we can usually get a new jaw-pain client in quickly. Our RMTs and chiropractor share the studio, so neck and soft-tissue work can be folded into the plan.
We do not promise a cure, but treatment can help reduce jaw pain and improve how far and how easily the jaw opens. When a bite check or night guard is needed, that is a dentist's role and we coordinate with yours.
Our largest clinician roster means jaw pain rarely has to wait, with new-client slots usually open within 24 to 72 hours.
WHAT WE TREAT
Common presentations at New Westminster.
- Jaw pain and tightness with chewing, yawning or talking
- Clicking, popping or grinding at the jaw joint
- Jaw that catches or locks part-way open
- Clenching and grinding (bruxism) muscle tension
- Tension headaches tied to jaw and temple muscles
- Post-MVA jaw and neck pain through ICBC
NEW WESTMINSTER STUDIO
- Address
- 219-800 Carnarvon St, New Westminster, BC
- Hours
- Mon to Fri7am to 8pmSat to Sun9am to 5pm
- Phone
- 604-519-0777
- Parking
- Parking at the New Westminster SkyTrain Station and surrounding streets.
- Transit
- Direct access from New Westminster SkyTrain StationBus routes 106, 128, 154, 155 all stop at the station5-minute walk from the New West Quay
KIND WORDS
What New Westminster clients say.
"I’ve been working with Alex for physiotherapy due to sciatica that flares up when I work. Under his guidance, I’ve been focusing on building strength in my legs, hips, and overall body to support my condition. Alex has a great balance in his approach. He doesn’t over-coddle, but he also never pushes me beyond what my body can handle. Each session feels thoughtfully adjusted to my condition that day, which has helped me build strength with confidence and consistency. I also really appreciate how creative his exercises are. He uses a variety of tools and comes up with different ways to challenge the body, which keeps the sessions engaging and effective. On top of that, he’s very friendly and easy to work with, which makes a big difference when dealing with ongoing pain. I’ve also received dry needling treatments from Alex, and the results have been amazing. After each session, my lower back feels incredibly light and free. I honestly love his dry needling sessions and find them extremely effective. I’m very grateful for Alex’s support and would highly recommend him to anyone dealing with pain or looking for a thoughtful, well-balanced physiotherapist."
SHIE I · NEW WESTMINSTER
FIND US
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FAQ
TMJ Therapy in New Westminster: questions.
How close is the studio to New Westminster SkyTrain, and how soon can I book?
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It is a short walk from both New West and Columbia SkyTrain stations, depending on your route. This is our deepest roster, so most weeks we have new-client jaw appointments open within 24 to 72 hours.
Will ICBC or my extended health plan pay for TMJ physiotherapy?
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If your jaw pain started after a car crash, it is covered under ICBC's pre-approved physiotherapy, and no referral is needed; bring your claim number and we direct bill. Extended health plans are direct-billed up to your plan limit. MSP only helps with a limited number of visits for people on Premium Assistance.
Do you have to treat inside the mouth?
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No. Intraoral treatment, done gently with a gloved finger inside the mouth, is optional and consent-based. Many people do well with outside-the-mouth jaw and neck treatment and a home program, and you are free to decline intraoral work at any time.
Physio or dentist for my jaw, and what about a night guard?
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Both can have a role. A physiotherapist treats how the jaw and neck move and settles the pain down. A dentist checks your bite and makes a night guard if grinding is involved. We do not make night guards or adjust the bite, so we coordinate with your dentist when grinding is part of the picture.
How do I book a TMJ appointment at the New Westminster studio?
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Book online through JaneApp or call the studio directly. This is our deepest clinician roster, so new-client jaw assessments typically open within 24 to 72 hours, faster than most of our other studios, and evening slots are usually available if a daytime appointment does not fit your schedule.
What happens at the first TMJ physiotherapy visit in New Westminster?
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Your physiotherapist takes a history of when the jaw pain started, measures how far the jaw opens and whether it deviates to one side, and examines the jaw, temple and neck muscles by hand. You leave with a short home program and a clearer sense of what is driving the pain.
Is TMJ therapy covered by MSP in New Westminster?
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MSP covers a limited number of physiotherapy visits per year, but only for people on Premium Assistance. Most adults use extended health or ICBC (for a crash-related jaw injury) to cover TMJ therapy, or pay privately, current rates are on our /rates page, and our team can confirm your specific coverage before your first visit.
How is TMJ physiotherapy different from massage therapy for jaw tension in New Westminster?
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A physiotherapist assesses joint movement against a working diagnosis and adjusts treatment as the jaw responds. An RMT at the same studio addresses the muscle tension directly through soft-tissue work. Many clients combine both, physio to guide the plan and RMT to manage tone between visits.
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