We developed the Healthy TMJ Protocol to help you with pain and loss of function associated with TMD and to re-engage you in your valued occupations to your level of satisfaction.

We aim to help you understand where the pain may have started, what may have worsened it over time, and how to eliminate it. Our goal is to empower you to take control of your pain and have the appropriate tools to help you should the pain return.

To create the Healthy TMJ protocol, we took a deep dive into the literature and combined it with our many hours of clinical experience working with clients who have TMD, and of course, we listened to our clients and what was important to them. This helped us create a protocol that helps reduce pain, improve function, and increase quality engagement in valued occupations.

Your Instructors

Amy Mayer OTD, OTR/L, RYT (left), owns Mayer Wellness & Myofascial Release and is an advanced myofascial release practitioner using the Barnes technique. She combines 30+ years of treating clients with her doctorate-level training as an occupational therapist and certifications in yoga, holistic stress management, and natural movement. During her twenty-year career in higher education, Amy has been recognized by her peers for excellence in teaching and leadership in wellness programming. Her passion is educating health practitioners and the public about the role of fascia in health and how keeping your fascia healthy creates a resilient and functional body. You can learn more about Amy at MayerWellness.com.

Kaitlyn Rambo OTD, OTR/L, PAMS, LSVT-BIG (right), is an occupational therapist at Mayer Wellness & Myofascial Release and a myofascial release practitioner using the Barnes technique. She recently graduated with her clinical doctorate in occupational therapy from Creighton University and has received additional certifications in Physical Agent Modalities and the LSVT-BIG protocol specific for treating those with Parkinson's disease. Kaitlyn also completed 14 weeks of hands-on learning and direct training with Amy and her 30+ years of experience. Her passions are to educate other health care practitioners and the public about the amazing human body, the specific role of fascia, and how the understanding of fascia creates opportunities for you and your patients to live occupational rich but pain-free lives. You can learn more about Kaitlyn at MayerWellness.com.

Both Amy and Kaitlyn have treated numerous clients with TMD. We have found that when treating with myofascial release (Barnes technique), big changes can be made quickly with this complicated diagnosis. In one treatment session, clients have experienced reduced pain, less clicking, wider mouth opening, more effective chewing patterns, and other reductions in face, head, and neck pain. At the following sessions, many have reported improved ability to chew and eat a wider variety of foods with less pain. When clients are taught to treat themselves and address the underlying causes of TMD, long-term changes can be sustained.

We are excited you want to learn about what you can do to help yourself!

Amy and Kaitlyn

We practice occupational therapy in Omaha, NE. We'd love to see you as a client or in a workshop sometime!