Workout
Resisted mouth opening
About
An exercise to improve jaw strength and range of motion by opening the mouth against resistance.
Type: Rehabilitation / Therapeutic ExerciseDifficulty: BeginnerDuration: 5-10 minutes
Target Muscles
Jaw Muscles (Masseter, Temporalis, Pterygoids)
Equipment Needed
- Resistance band or finger pressure
Key Benefits
- ✓ Increases jaw strength 💪
- ✓ Improves range of motion
- ✓ Reduces jaw pain 🤕
Best For
- ✓ TMJ disorders
- ✓ Post-surgical rehabilitation
- ✓ Individuals with limited jaw movement
Tips
- 💡 Start with light resistance.
- 💡 Perform slowly and controlled.
- 💡 Stop if you feel pain.