{"id":10983,"date":"2026-09-29T16:19:20","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T20:19:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rehabperformance.ca\/craniofacial-physiotherapy-blainville\/"},"modified":"2026-09-29T19:47:54","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T23:47:54","slug":"craniofacial-physiotherapy-blainville","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rehabperformance.ca\/en\/craniofacial-physiotherapy-blainville\/","title":{"rendered":"Craniofacial Physiotherapy in Blainville"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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CRANIOFACIAL \u2022 TMJ \u2022 OROFACIAL FUNCTION<\/div>\n

Craniofacial Physiotherapy in Blainville<\/h1>\n

Specialized care for the face, jaw, oral function and selected cranial conditions<\/h2>\n

The craniofacial region includes the jaw, facial muscles, mouth, cervical region and several neuromuscular functions that work together.<\/p>\n

At Rehab Performance, Audrey Raymond-Flamand, physiotherapist<\/strong><\/a>, has training in integrative pediatric manual therapy (TMPI)<\/strong> and can also treat adults when the condition is within the scope of physiotherapy.<\/p>\n

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\u2713<\/span>TMJ, jaw and orofacial function<\/strong><\/div>\n
\u2713<\/span>Facial paralysis, neuromuscular control and functional recovery<\/strong><\/div>\n
\u2713<\/span>Headaches, neck and craniofacial problems<\/strong><\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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FACE \u2022 MOUTH \u2022 JAW \u2022 NECK<\/div>\n

What problems can be assessed?<\/h2>\n

The assessment focuses on musculoskeletal and neuromotor factors that may contribute to symptoms and function.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Facial paralysis and Bell\u2019s palsy<\/h3>

Neuromuscular control, symmetry and facial function may be addressed when physiotherapy is appropriate after medical assessment.<\/p><\/article>\n

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TMJ and jaw<\/h3>

Pain, limited opening, fatigue with chewing, muscular tension or symptoms associated with the neck and face.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Orofacial function<\/h3>

Mobility and control of the lips, cheeks, tongue and chewing muscles when these factors contribute to function.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Swallowing and breathing<\/h3>

Selected motor or musculoskeletal components may be addressed when they fall within physiotherapy scope, often as part of interprofessional care.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Oculomotor and head-eye coordination<\/h3>

Assessment may explore selected eye movements and head-eye coordination when cervical, vestibular or neuromotor factors are relevant.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Craniofacial pain and neuralgia<\/h3>

In selected presentations, physiotherapy can assess associated cervical, musculoskeletal or orofacial contributors to facial or head pain.<\/p><\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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HEADACHES \u2022 NECK \u2022 CRANIAL REGION<\/div>\n

When the jaw, neck and head interact<\/h2>\n

Some headaches can be influenced by the cervical region, jaw or other musculoskeletal structures of the head and face.<\/p>\n

An assessment helps determine whether a physiotherapy-relevant component is present and identifies situations that first require medical investigation.<\/p>\n

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COMMON CLINICAL SITUATIONS<\/div>\n

Care adapted to the cause and function<\/h2>\n

The plan depends on the diagnosis, symptoms, goals and recommendations from other professionals involved in care.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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AFTER SURGERY<\/div>\n

Craniofacial and maxillofacial rehabilitation<\/h3>\n

After selected procedures involving the jaw, face or skull, rehabilitation may focus on mobility, muscular control, mouth opening and a gradual return to daily functions.<\/p>\n