11/02/2026
The masseter muscle, one of the strongest muscles in the body plays a vital role in jaw movement, chewing, and facial comfort. •
Masseter stiffness is usually caused by:
😬 Teeth grinding or clenching
😰 Stress and anxiety
🦷 TMJ disorders (jaw joint problems)
🍬 Excessive chewing
💥 Jaw injury or trauma
🧠 Poor posture
🦠 Dental or oral issues
😴 Sleep problems
How physiotherapy helps the masseter muscle:
🤲 Manual therapy (hands-on treatment)
🦷 TMJ joint treatment
💪 Jaw exercises
🧍 Posture correction
🧠 Relaxation & habit training
🔥 Pain relief methods