🏆 Active Release Techniques (ART) for TMJ & Jaw Pain Jaw pain can often come from tight, overused muscles like the masseter, temporalis, and pterygoids. ART helps by applying precise tension and movement to these soft tissues, breaking up adhesions and improving range of motion. When the jaw isn’t tracking properly—clicking, popping, or feeling stuck—targeted myofascial release can relieve muscle tension and restore smoother jaw function. Many people find relief from TMJ-related headaches, chew