Temporomandibular Disorders – Level 2

Description

Registration Deadline: May 10th, 2026

Course Dates:
Sunday May 31st, 2026
8:00am - 4:00pm
Monday June 1st, 2026
8:00am - 4:00pm

Course Location:
College of Rehabilitation Sciences
University of Manitoba
770 Bannatyne Ave.
Winnipeg, MB

Course Cost:
$550 (OD Member)
$650 (CPA Member)
$750 (Non-Member)
+ applicable taxes

**a $100 discount will be offered to those who sign up for both the Level 1 and Level 2 courses.
Please email Jennifer MacMillan at orthopaedicdiv@outlook.com with proof of purchase to receive your refund of $100

Course Description:

This 14-hour course is intended for physiotherapists who wish to deepen their knowledge and expertise in the assessment and treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMD), including their interaction with the cervical region and retraining of the masticatory system.

Prerequisite: Temporomandibular Dysfunction: Treatment & Evaluation Level 1

Course Objectives:

•             Briefly review and practice temporomandibular evaluation and basic treatment techniques using case studies.

•             Address possible cervical compensations as related to TMD.

•             Assess the function of the mandibular branch of the trigeminal nerve, including its neurodynamics.

•             Become familiar with lingual (tongue) function, the various possible compensations during mastication and swallowing, and their functional impacts.

•             Practice myofascial release treatment techniques, including for the anterior cervical chain.

•             Learn a disc displacement reduction technique, as well as exercises for disc remodeling.

•             Discover a general temporomandibular post-operative protocol.

•             Further develop differential diagnosis and the associated treatment of TMD through more complex case studies.

Instructor Bios:

Ève Chaput, physiotherapist, MClSc, FCAMPT, Dry Needling (Quebec certified)

Physiotherapist and owner of Kinatex Sports Physio Plateau/Tour Jacques Cartier

Diplomas & Certifications:

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Université de Montréal
  • Bachelor of Speech Therapy, Université de Montréal
  • Master of Clinical Science in Manipulative Physiotherapy, Western University with FCAMPT designation
  • Dry Needling certification with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec
  • Courses related to TMD: CRAFTAâ, Rocabado, OPPQ, JDIQ, IFOMPT
  • Winner of the 2023 Carol Kennedy Excellence in Teaching Award

Research & Teaching:

  • Sessional Instructor: Université de Montréal and Western University
  • Instructor: CPA Orthopaedic Division Manual Therapy both in Quebec and with KPTEN in France
  • Research Involvement: TMJ Internal derangement; History & Concepts of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy; Canadian Modes of Advanced Practice
  • Areas of clinical expertise: Orofacial Pain; TMD; Headaches; Post-concussion Syndrome

Erin Cox, physiotherapist, CCTT, CRAFTAâ certified, FCAMPT, Dry Needling (Quebec certified)

Physiotherapist and owner of Kinatex Sports Physio Laval & Kinatex Sports Physio Ste-Rose

Diplomas & Certifications:

  • Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation, School of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba (BMR PT)
  • Fellow Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy (FCAMPT)
  • Certified Cervical & Temporomandibular Therapist, American Academy of Orofacial Pain (CCTT)
  • Dry Needling Head & Neck Certification with Myopain Seminars 2010
  • Certified CRAFTAâ therapist (Craniofacial Therapy Academy), CRAFTAâ Assistant Teacher

Professional Experience:

  • Conference Presenter: University of McGill Dental Symposium; la Société Dentaire de Laval; la Société Québécoise de la douleur chronique; Canadian Academy of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics (CARDP)
  • Instructor: CPA Orthopaedic Division Manual Therapy (English & French) Level 1, 2 & 3 in Quebec and with KPTEN in France; 4th year McGill School of Dentistry Orofacial Pain Course; Guest Lecturer Université de Montréal Orthodontic Graduating Residents
  • Areas of clinical expertise: Orofacial Pain; TMD; Post maxilla-facial surgery (traumatic & non-traumatic); Headaches; Post-concussion Syndrome

Questions? Contact Shannon Larkins at slarkins@mymts.net