MovementX Physical Therapy

Alex Minten is a physical therapist with over 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in treating diagnoses of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and surrounding muscles, neck pain, headaches, postural dysfunction, vertigo/dizziness, and conditions associated with hypermobility syndromes such as upper cervical or craniocervical instability (CCI). Alex uses an evidence-based approach to address not just the symptoms but the root causes of his patients’ problems and ensure a successful long-term outcome. He also has special interest in the contribution of sleep and the airway to TMD development. Over the years, Alex has worked with many patients with hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD) including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and realizes the importance of short-term symptom management and long-term stabilization and function. Given that almost 70% of those with generalized hypermobility or EDS have temporomandibular disorder related pain and/or neck pain and headaches, Alex believes that a thorough understanding of a patient’s contributing impairments co-morbidities is key to ensuring long-term improvement. Alex has completed extensive continuing education on the evaluation and treatment of disorders of the TMJ, head, and neck including education specific to hypermobility/instability through multiple renowned organizations including: American Academy of Orofacial Pain University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Craniofacial Therapy Academy (CRAFTA) Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Myopain Seminars

The NYIT EDS/Hypermobility Treatment Center operates in Old Westbury and Central Islip, offering specialized rehabilitation and treatment. Mount Sinai South Nassau Chiari EDS Center in Oceanside focuses on EDS with Chiari malformation. Weill Cornell provides pain management expertise. New York Medicaid covers genetic testing with prior authorization. Wait times at major programs can be 6 months or longer.