U.S., June 24 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07662486) titled 'Temporomandibular Disorders and Bruxism in Elite Basketball Referees' on June 05.
Brief 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, ult...