NCT06823531

Brief 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.

Trial Health

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Enrollment
50

participants targeted

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Timeline
Completed

Started Mar 2025

Shorter than P25 for all trials

Status
not yet recruiting

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

February 3, 2025

Completed
9 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

February 12, 2025

Completed
1 month until next milestone

Study Start

First participant enrolled

March 15, 2025

Completed
15 days until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

March 30, 2025

Completed
16 days until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

April 15, 2025

Completed
Last Updated

March 11, 2025

Status Verified

March 1, 2025

Enrollment Period

15 days

First QC Date

February 3, 2025

Last Update Submit

March 9, 2025

Conditions

Keywords

Temporomandibular disordersTMDOrofacial painEmbouchure DisordersBruxismMandibular MobilityJaw diseases

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • Prevalence of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD) in Wind Musicians

    Percentage of musicians diagnosed with TMD based on the DC/TMD questionnaire and clinical examination.

    Data will be collected in a single session per participant during the study period, estimated from March 1, 2025, to April 15, 2025.

Secondary Outcomes (3)

  • Comparison of TMD prevalence between woodwind and brass musicians

    Data will be collected in a single session per participant during the study period, estimated from March 1, 2025, to April 15, 2025.

  • Association between practice hours per week and TMD symptoms

    Data will be collected in a single session per participant during the study period, estimated from March 1, 2025, to April 15, 2025.

  • Mandibular Mobility Comparison in Musicians with and without TMD

    Data will be collected in a single session per participant during the study period, estimated from March 1, 2025, to April 15, 2025.

Study Arms (2)

Wind Woodwind Musicians

Musicians playing woodwind instruments (clarinet, saxophone, oboe, fagot, flute).

Other: Not applicable (Observational Study)

Wind Brass Musicians

Musicians playing brass instruments (trumpet, trombone, tuba, horn).

Other: Not applicable (Observational Study)

Interventions

Not applicable (Observational Study)

Wind Brass MusiciansWind Woodwind Musicians

Eligibility Criteria

Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsChild (0-17), Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
Sampling MethodNon-Probability Sample
Study Population

The study population consists of professional and student wind musicians from different orchestras and conservatories. Participants play either woodwind or brass instruments and will be assessed for the prevalence of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) and related risk factors. The study includes musicians of any age, with parental consent required for minors.

You may qualify if:

  • Wind musicians (professional or student).
  • Any age (if under 18, parental/legal guardian consent is required).
  • Signed informed consent.

You may not qualify if:

  • History of maxillofacial surgery.
  • Presence of neurological disorders affecting mandibular function.
  • Recent treatment for TMD.
  • Severe bruxism diagnosis.

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Temporomandibular Joint DisordersFacial PainBruxismJaw Diseases

Interventions

Observation

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Craniomandibular DisordersMandibular DiseasesMusculoskeletal DiseasesJoint DiseasesMuscular DiseasesStomatognathic DiseasesPainNeurologic ManifestationsSigns and SymptomsPathological Conditions, Signs and SymptomsTooth DiseasesHabitsBehavior

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

MethodsInvestigative Techniques

Central Study Contacts

María Blanco Díaz, PhD.

CONTACT

Study Design

Study Type
observational
Observational Model
CASE CONTROL
Time Perspective
CROSS SECTIONAL
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
PI Title
PhD.

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

February 3, 2025

First Posted

February 12, 2025

Study Start

March 15, 2025

Primary Completion

March 30, 2025

Study Completion

April 15, 2025

Last Updated

March 11, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-03