Treating TMJ Using a Multifaceted Approach Featuring Michelle Gellis, AP, L.Ac., M.Ac., Dipl.Ac., Founder of AcuLift®

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders can cause significant pain, tension, and dysfunction in the jaw, neck, and surrounding muscles. In this one-hour online webinar, Michelle Gellis, AP, L.Ac., M.Ac., Dipl.Ac., Founder of AcuLift™, will present a comprehensive approach to treating TMJ using facial motor points, scalp acupuncture, Facial Cupping/Gua sha and submuscular needling techniques.

What you will learn:

• Key facial motor points to release TMJ-related muscle tension and restore function.
• Scalp acupuncture protocols to regulate the nervous system and reduce jaw clenching.
• Submuscular needling techniques to access deeper layers of tension and improve mobility.
• How Facial cupping and Gua Sha can be easily incorporated into treatment to maximize results.
• How to integrate these methods into an effective TMJ treatment plan.

About our speaker:

Michelle Gellis, AP, L.Ac., M.Ac., Dipl.Ac., Founder of AcuLift™ is a Florida Licensed AP. Currently on Faculty at Yo San University (Los Angeles) and a former Faculty and Clinic Supervisor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health (2005-2019). She teaches facial acupuncture internationally and has been published in prominent acupuncture publications such as the Journal of Chinese Medicine. Throughout her career Michelle has been sought out to lecture by numerous prestigious national and international organizations such as The Florida State Oriental Medical Association, The Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (UK), China Books (AU), and American Acupuncture Council. Michelle brings a vibrant teaching style and breadth of knowledge to facial and cosmetic acupuncture encompassing safety, ethics, theory, history, point location, and unique precision needling techniques.