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What Makes Headway Physio Unique?
TMJ isn't another thing we do...
It's what we do
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TMJ Care & Physiotherapy Services in Toronto
Comprehensive TMJ & Jaw Evaluation
Your initial evaluation includes a highly detailed assessment and your first TMJ treatment. Afterward, we typically meet 1–2 times a week for 3–4 weeks. Bonus: Tailored, app-based home program to support you.
Manual Therapy for Head, Neck & Jaw
Hands-on manual therapy to restore movement, reduce tissue restrictions, and ease pain. We also teach self-massage techniques to help you maintain progress between visits.
Ergonomic Assessment
If your pain worsens at work, we’ll assess your workstation setup. Our ergonomic assessments in Toronto often reveal root-cause issues contributing to chronic jaw or neck pain.
Trigger Point Dry Needling
We offer dry needling therapy as a powerful yet conservative way to treat myofascial trigger points. It resets the system—your home program then helps install the long-term changes.
Trusted Dental & Allied Health Partners
Meet Your Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist & Owner
Brett Weiss, DPT, CEAS, CIDN, CCTT
Brett Weiss is the owner of Headway Physio in Toronto, a practice limited to the evaluation and treatment of TMJ disorders, headaches, and neck pain.
One of the few Certified Cervical & Temporomandibular Therapists (CCTTs) in Canada, he combines advanced clinical expertise with a hands-on, evidence-based approach to restore movement, relieve pain, and improve daily function.
With over a decade of ergonomic experience, Brett has conducted more than 1,000 virtual ergonomic assessments. For clients whose pain is tied to their work setup, he integrates ergonomic evaluations into treatment, ensuring long-term results beyond the clinic.
Brett holds a Certificate in Integrated Dry Needling and advanced training in manual therapy, allowing him to tailor care to each client. He is an active member of the Physical Therapy Board of Craniofacial & Cervical Therapeutics (PTBCCT) and the Ontario Physiotherapy Association, and an affiliate member of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain.
He mentors physiotherapy and dental students and new grads from the University of Toronto Physiotherapy program.
Frequently invited to speak at dental conferences and academic institutions across Canada and the U.S., Brett collaborates closely with dental professionals to create integrated care plans that enhance patient outcomes. His philosophy is rooted in education and empowerment: physiotherapy should be a pit stop, not a permanent destination.
What Our Patients Are Saying
Rapid Relief for TMJ Pain
“My dentist couldn’t help with the sharp jaw pain I had from eating, but Brett could. I had no idea my clenching and tongue posture were part of the issue—Brett explained everything so clearly. Just three visits and the pain was gone. Dry needling was a game changer!”
– TMJ Client, Referred by Dentist
Expert TMJ Treatment
“After 6 sessions, my TMJ symptoms like clenching, jaw discomfort, and even tinnitus disappeared. The dry needling and personalized home exercises made all the difference. Brett is deeply knowledgeable and has advanced TMJ training—can’t recommend him enough!”
TMJ Client, Referred by Oral Surgeon
Expertise in Body Mechanics
“After a traumatic accident, surgeons gave me a bleak outlook. Brett proved them wrong. His individualized, hands-on treatment and deep knowledge of biomechanics helped me go far beyond what I thought was possible. He goes above and beyond for every patient.”
Post-Accident Rehab Client, Toronto
TMJ Pain Treatment in Toronto
Why Choose a TMJ Physiotherapist Near You
A Certified Cervical & Temporomandibular Therapist (CCTT) has extensive knowledge and advanced training in the craniomandibular region. Within the field of physiotherapy, there remains a significant gap when it comes to treating orofacial and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain or dysfunction syndromes. When you choose a physiotherapist with this focus, you're selecting from a very small group of providers with highly specialized training in TMJ physiotherapy and jaw pain relief.
CCTTs complete over 100 hours of post-graduate training in the areas of cervical spine dysfunction, headaches, and TMJ disorders. They must also have a minimum of three years of clinical experience and pass a rigorous certification exam governed by The Physical Therapy Board of Craniofacial & Cervical Therapeutics.
Currently, there are 10 CCTTs in all of Canada—making them an elite group of TMJ-focused providers
Benefits of Manual Therapy for TMJ
Manual therapy serves as a crucial means of healing by opening a window to relief and recovery. The physical demands of daily life—especially poor posture, muscle tension, or stress—often press down on this window, attempting to close it and hinder progress. Through targeted manual therapy for the head, neck, and jaw we work to open this window open and address the root causes of discomfort.
Your prescribed home program includes supportive “bricks” in the form of physical therapy TMJ exercises, helping to keep the window open between sessions. This ongoing effort ensures the benefits of manual therapy are maintained and built upon. For lasting jaw pain relief and improved function, it’s essential to lighten the load pressing on the window. This partnership between in-clinic treatment and consistent self-care promotes long-term healing and overall well-being.
What to Expect from Your TMJ Treatment
Our process is designed to relieve pain, restore function, and help you manage your TMJ long-term.
Step 1: Assessment
We begin with a thorough evaluation of your head, neck, and TMJ to identify the root cause of your symptoms.
Step 2: Start Treatment Early
Most patients begin hands-on treatment in their first session to immediately start easing pain and improving mobility.
Step 3: Track Your Progress
After your first visit, we ask you to track how you feel in the following days—this helps us fine-tune your care.
Step 4: Adjust as You Improve
At each session, we review your progress and adapt the treatment plan to suit what your body needs at that stage.
Step 5: TMJ Physical Therapy Exercises
You’ll receive custom TMJ physical therapy exercises to support your recovery between visits and help you maintain results.
Step 6: Ongoing Support
We empower you with the knowledge and tools to understand your condition and stay pain-free for the long term.
