tmj joint pain

Malta physical therapist Dr. Andrew Gaetano, PT, DPT, OCS, NCS, MTC, CSCS of Capital Area Physical Therapy and Wellness has completed advanced training in craniofacial/TMJ examination and treatment through the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in St. Augustine, Fl.  Dr. Gaetano, who has been practicing in Malta with Capital Area PT since 2013, is also Board Certified in Orthopedic and Neurologic physical therapy, as well as being certified in manual therapy. These credentials, in addition to completion of advanced training in treatment of TMJ problems , make him unique to the area in management of  head, neck, and jaw pain.  “It’s very common that I see a patient who has been struggling for years with jaw pain, headaches, tinnitus, etc, and they had no idea there were treatment options available to help them”, says Gaetano. “It’s a very under served population and I want to make sure that those who are in need of help, get it”.  Physical therapy is covered by your health insurance, and Capital Area PT welcomes most insurance plans. To make an appointment for an assessment and treatment plan for your problem, contact Capital Area Physical Therapy and Wellness at 518-289-5242.