YOUR CHOICE FOR TREATMNENT OF TMJ DYSFUNCTIONS IN THE WAIKATO REGION
Hello
With more than 25 years of clinical experience, Carey Giddens is an Advanced Manual Therapist with a special interest in the assessment and treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJD).
Hamilton TMJ Solutions was created to provide a comprehensive approach to jaw pain and dysfunction, combining detailed assessment with advanced treatment techniques including dry needling, joint mobilisation, trigger point therapy, high-intensity laser therapy, Dolphin Neurostim® Therapy, and rehabilitation.
As both a clinician and educator, Carey is passionate about helping people overcome jaw pain, headaches, clicking, locking, muscle tension, and movement restrictions so they can return to living comfortably and confidently.
My Story
Meet Carey Giddens
Advanced Manual Therapist | TMJ Practitioner | Educator
Hello, I'm Carey Giddens, founder of Hamilton TMJ Solutions.
For more than 25 years, I have worked with people experiencing pain, movement dysfunction, and complex musculoskeletal conditions. While my professional journey began in Sports and Remedial Massage Therapy in 2000, my passion for understanding how the body functions has led me to continually expand my skills through advanced training in manual therapy, dry needling, joint mobilisation, rehabilitation, laser therapy, and clinical assessment.
Over time, I developed a particular interest in Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJD) and the significant impact it can have on a person's quality of life. Jaw pain, headaches, facial pain, clicking, locking, ear symptoms, neck tension, and difficulty eating or speaking can affect every aspect of daily living. Unfortunately, many people struggle to find practitioners who offer a comprehensive approach to assessment and treatment.
Hamilton TMJ Solutions was created to change that.
My approach begins with understanding your unique presentation. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, I perform a detailed assessment of the jaw, surrounding musculature, cervical spine, posture, movement patterns, and contributing lifestyle factors. This allows treatment to be targeted to the specific drivers of your condition.
Treatment may incorporate a combination of:
• Advanced Dry Needling
• TMJ Joint Mobilisation
• Trigger Point Therapy
• LightForce® XPi High-Intensity Laser Therapy
• Dolphin Neurostim® Therapy
• Exercise Rehabilitation
• Cervical Spine Assessment and Treatment
• Movement Retraining and Self-Management Strategies
As an educator, I also teach healthcare professionals advanced clinical techniques, including dry needling and manual therapy, both within New Zealand and internationally. This commitment to ongoing education ensures I remain current with emerging evidence and treatment approaches.
My goal is simple: to help you reduce pain, improve function, and regain confidence in everyday activities such as eating, speaking, yawning, training, and living without constant jaw discomfort.
Whether your symptoms are recent or something you've been struggling with for years, Hamilton TMJ Solutions provides a thorough, evidence-informed, and hands-on approach to helping you move forward.
I look forward to helping you on your journey toward better jaw health.