Dr Ilana Ginges | Rheumatologist

About Dr Ilana Ginges

Ilana has expertise in all types of arthritis including rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, gout and lupus. Caring for women with arthritis throughout the childbearing years and beyond is a particular area of interest. Her paediatric training gives her good insights into treating young adults with arthritis as they transition from childhood. She treats patients holistically, with an open-minded and compassionate approach. She aims to empower patients through education about their condition and by shared decision making.

Ilana graduated with First Class Honours from University of New South Wales 1996. She completed a Diploma of Child Health and two years of Paediatric training, and then obtained her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of Physicians in adult Rheumatology. She also has a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Epidemiology and was recently awarded a Certificate in Clinician Performed Ultrasound. She uses the best available scientific evidence to guide treatment decisions.

Wed 25 November 8pm!

Register to attend. You will also get the live recording.

How can this event help me?

"Why does my jaw hurt?"

Sometimes it’s not as simple as a problem with the jaw itself. Jaw pain can involve the muscles, joints, teeth, neck, nervous system, movement patterns, stress, and even the way we use our jaw throughout the day. For people living with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) conditions, hypermobility, or persistent pain, understanding these connections can help make sense of why symptoms flare, change, or sometimes seem difficult to explain. In this live online session, Physiotherapist Blanche Leung will explore the many factors that can contribute to TMJ pain and dysfunction. She’ll discuss how the jaw joint and surrounding muscles work, why clicking and popping don’t always mean something is “wrong”, how hypermobility can influence jaw movement and stability, and how the neck, posture, breathing, clenching, and nervous system can all play a role in jaw symptoms.

Join Blanche for an engaging and practical discussion covering:

What’s actually happening in TMJ pain? Explore the different structures involved in jaw pain, including the jaw joints, muscles, nerves, and surrounding areas, and why symptoms can vary from person to person.
Hypermobility and the jaw: Learn how increased joint mobility can influence jaw movement, muscle control, stability, and sensitivity, and what this may mean for people with hypermobility.
Clicking, popping and locking: Understand what different jaw noises and movement changes may mean, when they are common, and when they may warrant further assessment.
It’s not just about the jaw: Explore how the neck, posture, breathing, clenching, chewing habits, sleep, stress, and nervous system sensitivity can interact with jaw symptoms.
What can I actually do about it? Learn practical strategies for managing jaw pain, including movement, exercise, load management, relaxation, and everyday habits that can help support more comfortable jaw function.
Putting the pieces together: Take a broader look at TMJ symptoms and learn how understanding the different factors involved can help you feel more confident managing your jaw, rather than simply trying to “fix” one structure.

This session is designed for people living with TMJ pain or dysfunction, particularly those with hypermobility or persistent musculoskeletal pain. Whether your jaw clicks, aches, feels tight, gets stuck, or simply doesn’t feel quite right, join Blanche for an informative and interactive session exploring the question: "Why does my jaw hurt?"