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Masseter – Massage Therapy Notes
Atlas mobilizations change the balance of the TMJ mechanism. Evaluate and balance the atlantooccipital region before continuing on to direct TMJ treatment. Treatment of the Masseter External masseter work is often enough to release the pain patterns and provide lasting relief, especially after it follows Functional Integration through craniostructural work. Even without craniostrucural work, this …
Masseter – Functional Anatomy
The masseter is a three bellied muscle on the lateral jaw. It is often regarded as having the strongest muscle fibers in the body. Superficial bellies: Origin: The anterior two-thirds of the zygomatic arch along the maxilla and temporal bones, Insertion: The anterior belly attaches along the anterior surface of the mandible in front of …