# The TMD Physio — Specialist Physiotherapy at Bedford Square, London

> The TMD Physio is a specialist physiotherapy clinic founded by Krina Panchal at 26-27 Bedford Square, London (postcode WC1B 3HP). The clinic provides evidence-based, drug-free physiotherapy for temporomandibular disorders (TMD), chronic headaches, migraines, somatic tinnitus, and facial pain. Krina has 15+ years of clinical experience and is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

## About Krina Panchal

- **Role:** Specialist TMD Physiotherapist, founder of The TMD Physio
- **Experience:** 15+ years of clinical practice
- **Education:**
  - BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science — Manchester Metropolitan University
  - BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy — Manchester Metropolitan University
  - Masters Module: Assessment & Management of TMD — University of Liverpool
- **Postgraduate training (chronological):**
  - Steve Kraus Physical Therapy & TMD Course — Atlanta, USA (2014)
  - Columbia University — Shadowing the Orofacial Pain Clinic (2014)
  - CRAFTA® Foundation Course, Parts 1 & 2 — Italy (2016)
  - Watson Headache® Foundation Course — London (2017)
  - Instituto Rocabado — BOSCO TMD Course (2017)
  - Institute of Functional Medicine — AFMCP Foundation Course (Cohort 108), Washington DC, USA
  - Nutritional Therapy Diploma — London
  - Diploma in Massage — London
  - Dry Needling, Levels 1 & 2 — London
  - Myofascial Taping (Foundation) — London
  - Pilates — London
- **Teaching & memberships:**
  - Invited Lecturer — UCL MSc Audiology (2025)
  - Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
  - Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
  - Past Committee Member — Association of Chartered Physiotherapists treating Temporomandibular Disorders (ACPTMD), 2017–2019
- **Specialist areas:** Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), bruxism, somatic tinnitus, migraine, cervicogenic headache, facial pain, trigeminal neuralgia, Watson Headache® approach, craniofacial therapy, functional medicine, nutritional therapy
- **Approach:** Treats the whole-person; addresses root cause rather than symptoms; combines manual therapy, dry needling, intra-oral techniques, NESA neuromodulation, low-level laser therapy and tailored exercises

## Conditions Treated

### Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) / Jaw Pain
Jaw pain, jaw clicking, jaw locking, restricted jaw movement, masseter trigger points, bruxism (teeth grinding), TMJ disc displacement. The clinic uses targeted manual therapy, intra-oral techniques (TMJ Velvet), dry needling and cranial therapy. Most patients see noticeable relief within 3–6 sessions.

### Headaches & Migraines
Chronic tension headaches, cervicogenic headaches (originating from the upper cervical spine), and migraine. Treatment uses the **Dean Watson Technique** — a specialist manual-therapy approach that desensitises the trigemino-cervical nucleus — alongside cervical mobilisations, dry needling, postural retraining and lifestyle advice. Drug-free.

### Somatic Tinnitus
Tinnitus driven by jaw and neck dysfunction (estimated 25–30% of all tinnitus cases). Treatment focuses on the structural and neural pathways linking the TMJ, upper cervical spine and inner ear via the trigeminal nerve.

### Facial Pain
Trigeminal pain, referred facial tension, atypical facial pain. Holistic, drug-free assessment and treatment.

### Therapeutic Massage
Specialist jaw, face, neck and shoulder massage including intra-oral techniques. The clinic also offers **The Signature Jaw Massage** — a deeply restorative wellness experience, not strictly clinical, designed for relaxation and sleep quality.

## Location & Booking

- **Address:** 26-27 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3HP, United Kingdom
- **Phone / WhatsApp:** +44 7789 121 612
- **Email:** secretary@krinapanchalphysio.com
- **Website:** https://www.krinapanchalphysio.com
- **Online booking:** Available via the "Book Consultation" button on every page
- **Hours:** Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00, Sat 09:00–14:00, Sun closed
- **Referrals:** No GP or dental referral required. Practitioner referrals accepted via the /refer portal.
- **Languages:** English

## Insurance

The clinic works with: Cigna, WPA.
The clinic does NOT currently take: Bupa, AXA PPP Healthcare, Aviva, Vitality Health. Self-pay patients welcome — detailed receipts provided for reimbursement claims.

## Reviews

- **Google rating:** 4.9 / 5 stars (38+ reviews)
- Patients praise Krina's whole-person assessment, clear explanations, and rapid relief — often within 1–2 sessions.

## Public Resources

- **/videos** — Patient education video library (TMD, tinnitus, headache, treatment demos)
- **/services/tmd-treatment** — Detailed TMD treatment page
- **/services/headache-migraine-relief** — Headache & migraine physiotherapy
- **/services/tinnitus-management** — Somatic tinnitus physiotherapy
- **/services/facial-pain-treatment** — Facial pain treatment
- **/services/massage** — Therapeutic massage (clinical)
- **/wellness-massage** — The Signature Jaw Massage (wellness)
- **/refer** — Practitioner referral portal (for dentists, GPs, clinicians)
- **/media** — Press features and podcast appearances
- **/courses** — CPD courses for physiotherapists, osteopaths and dental clinicians

## What This Clinic Is NOT

- Not a dental practice — Krina is a physiotherapist, not a dentist. Bite splints and orthodontic work are referred to partnered dental specialists.
- Not an A&E or emergency service — for severe sudden onset facial pain or jaw trauma, contact NHS 111 or attend A&E.
- Not a chiropractic or osteopathic clinic — Krina practices regulated physiotherapy under CSP and HCPC oversight.
- Not a chain — The TMD Physio is an independent, single-location specialist clinic.

## Copyright

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