Osteopathic Approach to the TMJ & Headaches

A comprehensive diploma developing advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of TMJ dysfunction and headache presentations.

  • Develop confidence treating TMJ-related pain and headaches
  • Learn external and intraoral osteopathic techniques safely
  • Integrate soft tissue, mobilisation, manipulation and rehabilitation
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60+ CPD hours
12 months access
Fully certificated diploma
IAOMM Accredited
  • 80+ CPD Hours
  • 50+ Manual Therapy Techniques
  • Full Diploma Certification
  • IAOMM Accredited

Who is this Course for?

This course is designed for:
  • Osteopaths treating TMJ dysfunction and headache presentations
  • Manual therapists working with head, face and neck pain
  • Clinicians wanting to develop intraoral and maxillofacial techniques
  • Practitioners seeking a structured approach to complex craniofacial cases
This course supports progression towards becoming a certified Manual Maxillofacial Therapist.

Some techniques are restricted to practitioners already qualified in:
  • HVLA manipulation
  • Dry needling / medical acupuncture

Why this Matters

TMJ dysfunction and headache presentations are complex, multi-factorial and often poorly managed.

Many clinicians:
  • Feel uncertain assessing the TMJ and associated structures
  • Avoid intraoral techniques due to lack of training or confidence
  • Struggle to differentiate TMJ-driven headaches from other causes
Without a structured approach, treatment can become inconsistent or incomplete.
This course provides a clear osteopathic framework for understanding, assessing and treating TMJ dysfunction and headache presentations safely and effectively.

How this Course Helps

This diploma brings together anatomy, clinical reasoning and hands-on techniques to support confident TMJ and headache management.

You’ll learn how to:
  • Perform thorough TMJ assessment and differential diagnosis
  • Apply external and intraoral osteopathic techniques safely
  • Address soft tissue, joint and neuromuscular contributors
  • Integrate mobilisation, manipulation and rehabilitation strategies
  • Adapt treatment based on presentation, response and scope
Teaching is supported by high-quality HD video demonstrations, downloadable resources and clear clinical guidance.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
  • Understand TMJ anatomy and biomechanics in relation to headaches
  • Perform safe and effective TMJ examination and screening
  • Apply intraoral and extraoral osteopathic techniques with confidence
  • Use soft tissue, mobilisation and articulation techniques for the head, face and neck
  • Integrate manipulation, dry needling and IASTM where appropriately qualified
  • Design exercise and rehabilitation strategies for TMJ dysfunction

How it Works

You’ll progress through theory, assessment and clinical application in a structured, self-paced format.
  • Online, self-paced access for 12 months
  • Over 85 HD technical demonstration videos
  • Supporting theory and downloadable resources
  • Step-by-step examination and technique guidance
  • 60+ hours of certificated CPD
  • Diploma certificate on completion

Ready to build confidence treating TMJ and headache presentations?

Develop advanced skills in maxillofacial and TMJ osteopathic care.
Enrol now and expand your clinical capability.

Course Curriculum 

This diploma provides a structured pathway from assessment and diagnosis through to advanced manual and rehabilitative techniques for TMJ dysfunction and headaches.

Theories

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This section supports clear clinical reasoning and safe decision-making.
  • TMJ anatomy and biomechanics
  • Differential diagnosis for TMJ dysfunction and headaches
  • Clinical screening, consent and hygiene for intraoral work
  • Understanding headache presentations and drivers
  • Integrating TMJ assessment into osteopathic care

Techniques

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You’ll develop a broad, clinically relevant technique skillset for the head, face and neck.
  • External and intraoral osteopathic techniques
  • Osteopathic articulation and mobilisation for the TMJ
  • Soft tissue release and manual maxillofacial therapy
  • Osteopathic and chiropractic manipulation of the TMJ (where qualified)
  • Dry needling techniques for the TMJ and face (where qualified)
  • IASTM techniques and exercise rehabilitation

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Your Instructor

Jimmy Michael

Jimmy has more than 15 years teaching in the health and fitness industry. Initially graduating with a BSc Sports & Exercise Science and completed the BTEC sports and remedial massage diploma in the U.K. Further development led him to complete a 5 year BSc Osteopathy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What prior experience do I need?

Most OMT courses are designed for qualified manual therapists and healthcare professionals, including osteopaths, chiropractors, physiotherapists, sports therapists, and massage therapists.

Some courses are advanced and require specific prior qualifications, such as dry needling, acupuncture, or HVLA manipulation training. Any prerequisites will be clearly listed on the individual course page.

If you are unsure whether a course is suitable for your qualifications or experience, please review the course information or contact the OMT team before enrolling.

Can I claim CPD hours/points?

Yes. OMT courses are designed to support Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and include a specified number of CPD hours upon completion.

Our courses are widely recognised across manual therapy and allied healthcare professions, including osteopathy, chiropractic, physiotherapy, sports therapy, and massage therapy.

As CPD requirements can vary between professions and countries, we recommend checking with your own professional or regulatory body if you require confirmation of acceptance.

What's included in the course fee?

Your course fee includes:

  • Full access to all online course content for 12 months (unless stated otherwise)
  • High-definition video tutorials and clinical demonstrations
  • Structured learning modules designed to support step-by-step learning
  • Supporting theory, practical guidance, and downloadable resources (where applicable)
  • CPD certificate upon successful completion of the course


You can study at your own pace and revisit the materials at any time during your access period.

How long do I have access to the course?

All OMT courses include 12 months (unless stated otherwise) of online access, giving you the flexibility to study at a pace that suits your schedule and learning style.

Throughout your access period, you can revisit video tutorials, theory modules, clinical demonstrations, and supporting resources as often as you need to reinforce key concepts and refine your practical skills.

You can learn anytime, from anywhere, on your preferred device, whether you complete your training in a few days or spread it over several months.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Upon successful completion of an OMT course, you will receive a digital certificate recognising your achievement and confirming your participation in the programme.

Many of our courses also award a fully certificated diploma, while selected programmes include an educational transcript detailing the course content, learning outcomes, and CPD hours completed.

These certificates and diplomas can be used as evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and ongoing postgraduate education. They provide a valuable record of your training and may support professional portfolios, appraisals, insurance requirements, or membership renewal with relevant professional bodies, where applicable.

The type of certification awarded is clearly stated on each individual course page.

How does insurance work?

Students may already be covered through their existing professional indemnity and public liability insurance, particularly where they are qualified healthcare or allied health professionals completing the course as postgraduate CPD within their existing scope of practice.

Where additional cover is required, insurance may be available through independent insurance providers, subject to the student’s qualifications, professional scope, country of practice, declarations, policy terms and exclusions.

Students are responsible for checking with their current insurer, employer, professional body or another suitable insurance provider before using any new skill in practice. OMT Training is not an insurance provider or broker and cannot guarantee insurance cover for every student.


What's your refund policy?

At OMT, we are committed to maintaining a fair, transparent, and professional approach to all course bookings and enrolments.

As many of our programmes provide immediate access to digital learning materials and video content, refunds may be limited once course access has been granted. This reflects the nature of digital educational products and online learning.
We strongly encourage all learners to review the course description, learning outcomes, entry requirements, and course format carefully before enrolling to ensure the programme is suitable for their needs and professional background.
Full details of our refund, cancellation, and transfer policies are outlined in the OMT Terms and Conditions, which should be reviewed prior to purchase. If you have any questions about a course, eligibility requirements, or whether a programme is appropriate for your level of experience, our team will be happy to assist before you enrol.

Our goal is to ensure that every learner can make an informed decision and enjoy a positive learning experience from the outset.

How are courses assessed?

Assessment requirements vary between courses and are designed to ensure learners have achieved the intended learning outcomes and can demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge and practical competence.

Depending on the programme, assessment methods may include:

• Multiple-choice examinations (MCQs)
• Knowledge-based quizzes and theory assessments
• Case-based learning activities
• Reflective practice exercises
• Practical competency assessments
• Clinical skills evaluations
• Submission of video-recorded practical demonstrations for assessment and feedback

For courses that require practical competency assessment, learners may be asked to submit video evidence demonstrating specific techniques, clinical reasoning, patient positioning, safety procedures, communication skills, and treatment application. These submissions allow assessors to evaluate practical proficiency and confirm that the required standards have been achieved.

Some courses are completed through online knowledge assessments alone, while others require successful completion of both theoretical and practical components before certification is awarded. The assessment format, pass requirements, and certification criteria are clearly outlined within the individual course information and learning materials.

All assessments are designed to encourage reflective learning and to help ensure that learners can apply their knowledge and skills safely and effectively within their scope of practice.

Testimonials

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I used this technique the next day in my clinic.
Kevin K
Sports Therapist, UK

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Practical and easy to apply thanks to very clear videos of techniques.
Maria L
Osteopath, France

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Gave me the confidence to try the techniques right away.
Mo M
Chiropractor, UAE

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I used this technique the next day in my clinic.
Kevin K
Sports Therapist, UK

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Practical and easy to apply thanks to very clear videos of techniques.
Maria L
Osteopath, France

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Gave me the confidence to try the techniques right away.
Mo M
Chiropractor, UAE

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Join this fully certificated diploma and develop advanced skills in TMJ and headache management. Enrol today and strengthen your osteopathic practice.