When it comes to ongoing neck pain and TMJ dysfunction, you probably haven't considered your tongue. But did you know your tongue is actually 8 muscles? Some of which connect to all those tight and grouchy places around your head and neck?

So when it comes to neck and jaw pain - we have to talk about the tongue.

The inspiration for today's episode came from a message I received after episode 148 about this individual's experience with a tongue tie (aka ankyloglossia) and better breathing mechanics

But if you have ongoing neck pain, TMJ, issues with breathing, snoring, or swallowing - your tongue might have something to do with it and today's episode is 100% for you.

On today's episode, you'll learn:

• The relationship between your tongue, neck pain and TMJ issues
• Why more adults are getting frenectomies
• What the research has to say about tongue ties, neck pain and snoring

All the links:

• Jaw Pain Self-Care Guide - www.aewellness.com/jawpain/ use code BODYNERD163 at checkout to save $10
• Lingual frenuloplasty with myofunctional therapy: Exploring safety and efficacy in 348 cases (Investigative Otolaryngology)
• Lingual and Maxillary Labial Frenuloplasty with Myofunctional Therapy as a Treatment for Mouth Breathing and Snoring (Case Reports in Otolaryngology)
• Management of ankyloglossia (case report - Journal of Oral Research and Review)
• Is ankyloglossia associated with obstructive sleep apnea?
• Easy massage for jaw pain
• The tongue after whiplash: case report and osteopathic treatment
• 30 days to more strength + flexibility with the Mobility Mastery Toolkit
• Movement Mavens has the tools and strategy to support you on your path to enjoying life without pain - www.aewellness.com/mavens
• www.aewellness.com/podcast - Show notes, links and more.
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• Come hang out with me on Instagram @hollaformala : https://instagram.com/hollaformala/
• TikTok @ aewellness
• Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick relief, plus the reason why what you've tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com/bodywork
• 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!

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