Jaw-joint protector allowed about half the load force than the standard boil and bite mouthpieces. The realization that these injuries over time can effect an attenuates career longevity and success as well as general health has brought about a revolution in the way people think about buying the right mouthpiece and using it correctly. That would really suck. The jaw-joint protector is your best defense against this very common syndrome which you may already have. Some of the lesser symptoms are present on every lacrosse sideline.
Studies show that most athletes clench their teeth at pivotal moments of action and game stress.
This cuts off the strength reflex mechanism and many vital nerves when the lower jaw rests on the joint. You can do things that those who never wear mouthpieces take for granted, like breathe, spit and talk. And let's face it, even those of us who don't spit a lot, for some reason, have to spit once we get the mouthpiece in place and the action is heading our way. The routine is basically that of the old boil and bite without the risk of biting through the rubber. It fits right in the air hole and keeps the air hole from shutting while the rubber is so hot.