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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.
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.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Wind Woodwind Musicians | Musicians playing woodwind instruments (clarinet, saxophone, oboe, fagot, flute). |
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| Wind Brass Musicians | Musicians playing brass instruments (trumpet, trombone, tuba, horn). |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Not applicable (Observational Study) | Other | Not applicable (Observational Study) |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| 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. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Comparison of TMD prevalence between woodwind and brass musicians | Analysis of differences in TMD prevalence between musicians playing woodwind vs. brass instruments. | 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 |
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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.
| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
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| María Blanco Díaz, PhD. | Contact | 0034-667681858 | blancomaria@uniovi.es |
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| ID | Term |
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| D013705 | Temporomandibular Joint Disorders |
| D005157 | Facial Pain |
| D002012 | Bruxism |
| D007571 | Jaw Diseases |
| ID | Term |
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| D017271 | Craniomandibular Disorders |
| D008336 | Mandibular Diseases |
| D009140 | Musculoskeletal Diseases |
| D007592 | Joint Diseases |
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| ID | Term |
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| D019370 | Observation |
| ID | Term |
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| D008722 | Methods |
| D008919 | Investigative Techniques |
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Exploration of the correlation between weekly practice time and severity of TMD symptoms based on questionnaire responses. |
| 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 | Assessment of differences in maximal mouth opening and mandibular deviation between musicians with and without TMD. Mandibular mobility will be measured using a digital caliper to assess maximal mouth opening (in millimeters) and mandibular deviation. These measurements will be compared between participants diagnosed with TMD and those 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. |
| D009135 |
| Muscular Diseases |
| D009057 | Stomatognathic Diseases |
| D010146 | Pain |
| D009461 | Neurologic Manifestations |
| D012816 | Signs and Symptoms |
| D013568 | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |
| D014076 | Tooth Diseases |
| D006184 | Habits |
| D001519 | Behavior |