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Not Yet RecruitingNCT06823531
Prevalence of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders in Wind Musicians
Prevalence of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders in Wind Musicians and Their Relationship with Instrument Type
- Status
- Not Yet Recruiting
- Phase
- —
- Study type
- Observational
- Enrollment
- 50 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Oviedo · Academic / Other
- Sex
- All
- Age
- —
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
Summary
This study aims to analyze the prevalence of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) in wind musicians, differentiating the impact by instrument type (woodwind vs. brass) and identifying potential risk factors (embouchure, posture, practice time). A cross-sectional observational design will be used, including professional and student musicians from orchestras and conservatories.
Detailed description
This observational cross-sectional study aims to assess the prevalence of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) in wind musicians and analyze the impact of instrument type (woodwind vs. brass) on TMD prevalence. Additionally, the study will explore potential risk factors such as embouchure, posture, and practice time. The study will recruit professional and student wind musicians from orchestras and conservatories. Participants will complete a validated questionnaire (DC/TMD) and undergo a clinical assessment to evaluate mandibular mobility, the presence of joint sounds (clicking, crepitus), and symptoms related to TMD. The data collection will take place in a single session per participant, estimated between March 1, 2025, and April 15, 2025. The collected data will be analyzed to compare TMD prevalence between different instrument groups and assess correlations with practice habits and postural factors. All data will be anonymized and stored securely according to applicable data protection regulations (LOPD 3/2018, GDPR 2016/679). Participation in the study is voluntary, and written informed consent will be obtained from all participants, or from their legal guardians in the case of minors.
Conditions
Interventions
| Type | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| OTHER | Not applicable (Observational Study) | Not applicable (Observational Study) |
Timeline
- Start date
- 2025-03-15
- Primary completion
- 2025-03-30
- Completion
- 2025-04-15
- First posted
- 2025-02-12
- Last updated
- 2025-03-11
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