Orofacial Pain and Quality of Life in German Amateur Orchestra Musicians

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational, cross-sectional study uses an anonymous online questionnaire to assess orofacial pain, sleep bruxism, perceived stress, sleep quality, and oral health-related quality of life (OHIP-14) in adult amateur musicians in German orchestras. Participants are grouped by instrument category (woodwind, brass, string, percussion, and other) to explore potential differences. The survey is designed to generate data that could inform future dental care concepts for this population. It is pilot in nature and aims to identify associations rather than establish causation.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 18 years
* Active membership in a German amateur orchestra
* Consent to study participation (given by completing the questionnaire)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age \< 18 years
* Missing / declined consent to participate

Where it's running

• University Medical Center Göttingen
  Göttingen, Germany Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Felix Marschner, Dr, MSc — University Medical Center Göttingen
• Study coordinator: Felix Marschner, Dr, MSc
• Email: felix.marschner@med.uni-goettingen.de
• Phone: +49 551 39-60870

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.