Prevalence of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders in Wind Musicians (TMD-WIND)

University of Oviedo

Status: Not yet enrolling

Conditions: Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)

Treatments: Other: Not applicable (Observational Study)

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT06823531

CEIM 795

Details and patient eligibility

About

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.

Full 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.

Enrollment: 50 estimated patients

Sex: All

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

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

Exclusion criteria

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

Trial design

50 participants in 2 patient groups

Wind Woodwind Musicians

Description:

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

Treatment:

Other: Not applicable (Observational Study)

Wind Brass Musicians

Description:

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

Treatment:

Other: Not applicable (Observational Study)