Headache, Migraine & TMJ Treatment in Mount Maunganui | Osteopath Mount Maunganui, Tauranga & Papamoa

Is This You?

Headaches that seem to start at the base of your skull or neck
Jaw clicking, tightness, or pain when chewing or waking
Migraines that are more frequent during stressful periods
Facial pain or a feeling of pressure around your temples
You grind or clench your teeth, especially at night

Esteban’s Approach

Headaches, migraines, and jaw (TMJ) disorders are closely linked to the upper neck, jaw musculature, and nervous system regulation. Esteban assesses the cervical spine, jaw mechanics, and postural habits together, since restrictions in one area commonly refer pain into the others.

Treatment addresses the mechanical drivers with hands-on therapy while also considering stress and sleep, both of which strongly influence headache and migraine frequency and jaw clenching patterns.

What to Expect in Your First Session

Esteban examines your neck, jaw, and posture, and discusses your headache or migraine pattern in detail — triggers, frequency, and what has and hasn't helped before — to build a targeted treatment plan.

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Common Questions

Can treating my neck really help my migraines?

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For many people, yes — upper neck dysfunction is a well-recognised contributor to headache and migraine frequency, and addressing it can reduce how often and how severely they occur.

Do you treat TMJ (jaw) pain directly?

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Yes, gentle manual techniques for the jaw and surrounding muscles are part of treatment where appropriate, alongside guidance on habits that may be contributing, like clenching.

How is this different from seeing my GP?

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Esteban's assessment focuses on the mechanical and lifestyle contributors — a hands-on, movement-based approach that complements medical management rather than replacing it.

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