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Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) encompass a variety of dysfunction of the maxillofacial region. A strong relationship between TMD and cervical spine pain exists, and widespread hyperalgesia is common in TMD. This case describes the management and reduction in regional hyperalgesia in a patient with chronic TMD. ⋯ This case described the treatment and reduction of upper extremity hyperalgesia of a patient with chronic jaw and neck pain. Manual therapy may be a valuable intervention in the treatment of chronic TMD with distal hyperalgesia.