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Connexion TMJ + Orthopedic Physical Therapy

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Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Orthopedic evaluations and treatments will be customized to your unique needs and symptoms. A typical approach involves manual therapy (soft tissue mobilization, cupping, scraping, manual joint mobilizations and stretching) , patient education, and building an individualized prescriptive exercise program to adjust necessary movement patterns.

TMJ Physical Therapy

As a board certified TMJ specialist, Dr. Mel will evaluate your TMJ as well as your upper quarter including your cervical spine and shoulder girdle to find the source of your dysfunction and pain. Her approach is very hands on, utilizing intra-oral soft tissue mobilization and joint mobilization to address your symptoms and give you pain relief. She also spends extensive time educating you on y... Read More

As a board certified TMJ specialist, Dr. Mel will evaluate your TMJ as well as your upper quarter including your cervical spine and shoulder girdle to find the source of your dysfunction and pain. Her approach is very hands on, utilizing intra-oral soft tissue mobilization and joint mobilization to address your symptoms and give you pain relief. She also spends extensive time educating you on your diagnosis, what to do and what to avoid, followed by building you an individualized prescriptive exercise program.

Melissa Bartlett PT, DPT, CCTT

Dr. Mel graduated with her DPT from George Fox University in 2016. Since then, she has been practicing in McMinnville, OR where she also resides. She began TMJ specialization in 2021 and obtained her board certification TMJ specialty (CCTT) in July 2024. She is now the only practicing board certified TMJ PT Specialist in Oregon, and one of only 66 in the nation. Her passion is all things TMJ as well as fitness. More than anything, she just loves helping people. The name Connexion is rooted in her belief that connection is so important: connection to her patients, connection to her community, the physical connections from head to toe in the body, and the connections of mind and body. Whether you are just looking to prevent injury or you have been debilitated from pain for years, she is happy to be your healthcare ally and help you attain your goals.

Dr. Mel graduated with her DPT from George Fox University in 2016. Since then, she has been pract... Read More

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McMinnville Chiropractic - 609 NE Baker Ste. 250
Located at: 609 NE Baker Suite 250, McMinnville
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Need Help? 503-298-0497 drmel@connexionpt.com