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Endometriosis and Jaw Pain: Uncovering a Real, Underrecognized Link

by Dionne MiddlebrooksPain, Pelvic Health, women's health February 27, 2026March 3, 2026No Comments

Endometriosis is widely understood as a condition that causes pelvic pain, heavy periods, and painful intercourse. Many do not realize that it can cause and be related to other issues including gastrointestinal, bladder, and it may also be connected to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction and jaw pain. Recent research and health reporting are shining light …

Endometriosis: It is more than just period pain

by Dionne MiddlebrooksPain, Pelvic Health, women's health March 21, 2025March 25, 2025No Comments

When you hear “endometriosis,” what comes to mind? If you said painful periods, you’re not wrong—but that’s not even the full picture. As a physical therapist, I see firsthand how this condition impacts the whole body, not just the reproductive system. So, let’s break it down and talk about what’s really going on, why it’s …