{"product_id":"the-tmj-handbook-isbn-9781645471035","title":"The TMJ Handbook","description":"\u003cb\u003eAlleviate TMJ pain with a powerful, integrative mind-body program that draws on yoga, mindfulness, and craniosacral bodywork and includes more than thirty instructional movements and eleven audio downloads.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe TMJ Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e, Cator Shachoy explains the anatomy and physiology of Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD)—what we commonly refer to as \"TMJ.\" She unpacks the physical, emotional, and energetic reasons why this pain can occur and become so debilitating—including injury, stress and tension, emotional trauma, grief and rage, hormonal imbalances, among other causes. She then offers a unique and effective approach to reducing TMJ pain that combines yoga, massage, meditation, and craniosacral therapy. The\u003ci\u003e TMJ Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e delves into:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA definition and explanation of jaw tension and jaw anatomy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadaches, stress, and trauma \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConscious healing touch and self-massage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoga poses and sequences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShachoy shares inspiring and instructive stories of patients she has treated and empowers us with the knowledge and skills to help ourselves. This fully illustrated guide has more than thirty instructional movements and eleven audio downloads.“\u003ci\u003eThe TMJ Handbook \u003c\/i\u003eis an exceptional contribution to the field of health and essential reading for all concerned with reducing stress and increasing wellbeing.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eThanissara\u003c\/b\u003e, author of\u003ci\u003e Time to Stand Up\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “If you, a loved one, or a patient\/client is looking for relief from jaw tension and its associated ailments, you have come to the right place. This is an absolutely essential addition to your healing library.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eYael Shy\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eWhat Now?\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “This book will be enlightening for anyone who suffers from jaw tension as well as bodyworkers and therapists who want to learn more. I highly recommend \u003ci\u003eThe TMJ Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e—it will help so many people!”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eDeborah Wolk\u003c\/b\u003e, founder of Samamkaya Yoga Back Care \u0026amp; Scoliosis Collective \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Eating, talking, smiling, kissing—life’s greatest pleasures are connected to our mouth and jaw, so it is especially ironic that this is the part of the body that causes us so much pain and suffering. Jaw tension seems to be a universal experience that receives too little attention—until now. Cator Shachoy gives us the answers we’re seeking in a manner that is both detail-oriented and accessible, with clear guidance, inspiration, and practices to offer us relief.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJivana Heyman\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eYoga Revolution\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Cator Shachoy offers three beautifully aligned, complimentary entry points to healing from TMD—bodywork, yoga, and mindfulness meditation. And she gently and confidently supports her healing program on the two palms of compassion and kindness.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eAllison Post\u003c\/b\u003e, coauthor of \u003ci\u003eUnwinding the Belly \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Cator Shachoy’s contribution to the treatment of TMD is easy to follow, even for those without a background in anatomy and yoga. I know that the exercises and meditations will bring positive results for TMD—and for the body and mind.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eBenjamin Shield\u003c\/b\u003e, PhD, author of\u003ci\u003e Handbook for the Soul\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “A thoroughly empowering guide to bring a new holistic perspective and treatment to a challenging, often overlooked issue”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eChristopher Willard\u003c\/b\u003e, PsyD, author of \u003ci\u003eGrowing Up Mindful\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “To my knowledge, this is the first book that deals exclusively and at length with TMJ disorders and their relief. Cator first lays the groundwork by looking at the many causes of the condition, then goes on to suggest a variety of treatments including breath work, self-massage, mindfulness, and yoga-based exercises. This is a well-rounded, fully accessible, intelligently organized program that should prove highly effective in the self-treatment of TMD.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eRichard Rosen\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eYoga by the Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “TMJ pain and discomfort are surprisingly common health issues affecting the wellbeing of many people in the modern world. What is not widely known is that there are simple and effective practices that individuals with these issues can do to greatly help themselves. As one of the foremost educators in the field of TMJ self-care, Cator has brought many of these practices together in this concise and helpful guide. She skillfully helps the reader better understand the nature of jaw tension, and to implement proven remedies from the traditions of yoga and mindfulness. This is a valuable book for those who are ready to help themselves.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eRyan Halford\u003c\/b\u003e, RCST, BCST, host of \u003ci\u003eThe Craniosacral Podcast\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “I highly recommend Cator’s book for anyone interested in working with their jaw\/TMJ tension and body tension in general.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eFranklyn Sills\u003c\/b\u003e, BCST, author of \u003ci\u003eFoundations in Craniosacral Biodynamics \u003c\/i\u003evols. 1 and 2\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “\u003ci\u003eThe TMJ handbook\u003c\/i\u003e provides deep and tangible jewels of insight to both patients and experts. A must-have for longtime jaw tension sufferers.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eHolly Edson\u003c\/b\u003e, NP, craniosacral therapist\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Drawing on decades of practice in mindfulness and yoga, Cator guides us with clarity, simple exercises, and a friendly approach to let go of the unconscious causes of jaw tension (TMD). Of course, jaw tension isn’t just about the jaw—this is a manual for body and mind.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eAnandabodhi Bhikkuni\u003c\/b\u003e, abbess, Aloka Vihara\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Cator takes relieving jaw tension as a starting point but then expands to include our human experience. There is a broad approach to cultivating mindfulness, body awareness, along with tips on how to include all this in daily life. This book is immensely practical, as well as clear, coherent, and down to earth.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003ePasanno Bhikkhu\u003c\/b\u003e, former abbot, Abhyagiri Buddhist Monastery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A solid how-to guide for readers interested in alleviating physical or mental stress via a yoga or mindfulness practice. This book is also a thought-provoking reminder of how interconnected the parts of the body are.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eLibrary Journal \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eCATOR SHACHOY is a yoga therapist, mindfulness teacher, and craniosacral practitioner. She has taught for over twenty years in the US, Europe, and South America. Her innovative workshops weave together information from yoga, mindfulness, and craniosacral therapy. She has an inclusive, family-based private practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. Ms. Shachoy completed teacher training at the Iyengar Institute of San Francisco and at Kripalu Yoga Center in Lenox, MA, is a certified International Association of Yoga Therapy (C-IAYT) yoga therapist, and a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP) instructor. 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