Medial Pterygoid Muscle Trigger Point Release

Head / Jaw Massage
Medial Pterygoid Muscle Trigger Point Release

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Description

Trace your lower jaw between the chin and the teeth, moving up to the angle located below the ear. Then, place your thumb inside this angle and look for a painful spot on which you will apply pressure that may cause slight pain. Once the pain decreases or disappears, release the pressure.

Settings

Equipment
No Equipment
Positions
Free
Difficulty
Easy

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