Chronic Neck, Jaw Pain, and Headaches: An Integrative Case Study with Wayne Villeneuve, MSPT
Wayne Villeneuve, MSPT | Living Well Center for Integrative Health – Essex Junction, VT
Patient: 52-year-old Chittenden County resident
Primary concerns: Chronic neck pain, TMJ/jaw pain, and headaches related to stress and previous injuries
The Challenge
Years of neck tension, jaw discomfort, and headaches that flared with stress and prolonged postures were disrupting sleep and full workdays.
Assessment & Integrated Plan
Evaluation of cervical mobility, muscle tenderness, posture, jaw motion, stress load, and daily habits. The plan included:
Craniosacral therapy to reduce head, neck, and TMJ sensitivity
Postural restoration–oriented exercise for head, neck, ribcage, and jaw alignment
Coordinated chiropractic care focused on spinal mobility
Outcomes That Mattered
Reduced headaches
Improved sleep
Increased daily comfort
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