Minnesota Head and Neck Pain Clinic

The Minnesota Head and Neck Pain Clinic is a specialized medical clinic dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of complex head, neck, and orofacial pain conditions. Established with a multispecialty and interdisciplinary approach, the clinic brings together a team of healthcare professionals from various fields, including medicine, dentistry (specifically orofacial pain specialists), psychology, and physical therapy. This collaborative model ensures comprehensive and individualized treatment plans for each patient. The clinic addresses a wide array of pain disorders, notably temporomandibular joint (TMJ/TMD) disorders, various types of headaches (including migraines and tension headaches), orofacial pain, neck pain, and sleep-related breathing disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. They emphasize a conservative, non-surgical, and evidence-based approach to treatment. Their services include thorough patient evaluations, detailed medical and dental history reviews, examinations of the face, teeth, jaw, head, and neck, and diagnostic testing when necessary. Treatment modalities offered integrate research-tested interventions such as medications, oral appliances (splints/mouthguards), physical therapy, and behavioral medicine, which includes counseling, biofeedback, and relaxation techniques. They also offer complementary therapies like acupuncture and address the mind-body connection in pain management. The clinic boasts a team of highly qualified providers, many of whom are board-certified in Orofacial Pain and hold academic positions at the University of Minnesota, contributing to ongoing research and education in the field. They have multiple convenient locations across Minnesota, including St. Cloud, Plymouth, and Burnsville, making specialized care accessible to a broader patient population. The Minnesota Head and Neck Pain Clinic is committed to improving long-term patient success and restoring function, striving to reduce or prevent chronic pain and enhance overall well-being.