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Temporomandibular Disorders and Bruxism in Elite Basketball Referees

NCT07662486 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 76

Last updated 2026-06-23

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Summary

This study aims to determine the frequency of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and bruxism in elite basketball referees and to compare the findings with healthy controls. Basketball referees are exposed to high stress levels and maintain a prolonged parafunctional activity by holding a whistle between their teeth during matches, which may increase the risk of TMD and bruxism.

Participants will be evaluated using the Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (DC/TMD), including Axis I and Axis II assessments. Additionally, ultrasonographic measurements of the masseter and temporalis muscle thickness will be performed both at rest and during clenching. The relationship between TMD, bruxism and ultrasonographic findings will be analyzed.

Conditions

  • Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)
  • Bruxism

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital

    lead OTHER_GOV

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
50 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-03-15
Primary Completion
2025-12-15
Completion
2026-06-01

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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