Jaw & Neck
3-Day Training
Prerequisite: Core Practices
The focus on this biodynamic craniosacral training is working with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and its relation to the neck, upper torso and pelvis. Most clients coming in experience some level of TMJ dysfunction so it is important to learn the tools to assist them in their healing. Working in and around the face, mouth and neck also has a profound effect on nervous system regulation and heart coherence due to working directly with the Vagus nerve and other linked cranial nerves.
Mental and emotional stress can manifest in the temporomandibular joint region as clenching, grinding of the teeth, periodontal atrophy, cracking, clicking, reduced mobility, headaches, and myofascial pain at the face, neck, pelvis and shoulders.
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Learn about temporomandibular joint dysfunction and its correction.
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Learn and experience the relationship between the jaw and pelvis.
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Learn how to improve regulation of the Vagus nerve and the Social Engagement System.
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Learn many intra and extra oral cranial contacts along with contacts for the sternum, scapulae and clavicles.
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Learn a gentle method to release the cervical spine without manipulation.
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Receive multiple craniosacral sessions throughout the three days.
"I am absolutely loving the intra-oral mouth work with clients. Most of my clients are having some degree of it during a session, and so much interesting feedback about their experience of it and the subtle memories it brings up in their bodies and system. It’s amazing, healing and deeply restorative of a sense of safety. This morning I had a 2 week old client who came in for treatment, and I did a little mouth work, it was beautiful." – Lisa N
“Prior to completing this level, I could not have anticipated just how powerful the intra-oral work could be. In my practise as a myotherapist, I have found the jaw work to be a very practical introduction to craniosacral, due to such issues as jaw/teeth grinding, snoring, pain from dental procedures, TMJ, etc. A lot of these patients now receive craniosacral work as a matter of course.” – Shane McNear
"Michael thank you for an awesome Jaw and Neck course, it was a profound experience for me to witness and participate in and I learned and experienced a lot. I really appreciated observing and learning how you calmly, masterfully and gently facilitated emotional release within the sacred space provided. Thank you again." - Diane F
