Assessment of Temporomandibular Joint Function Across Different Trimesters of Pregnancy
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- What is being studied
- This is an observational study: the protocol does not assign a study treatment.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Temporomandibular; Functional Disturbance. Basic parameters: 20 years — 35 years · Female.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
- Egypt
- Next step
- Save the trial, show it to the treating physician, and confirm current recruitment with the study center. Costs, documents and travel →
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Overview
This study will be conducted to assess Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) function across different trimesters of pregnancy.
Detailed description
Pregnancy is a physiological state that can potentially influence the function and biomechanics of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) due to hormonal changes, weight gain, and other associated factors. TMJ disorders are a common problem affecting a significant proportion of the population, with potential impacts on chewing, speaking, and other daily functions, significantly affecting a pregnant woman's quality of life.
Limited research has been conducted to comprehensively evaluate the changes in TMJ function and proprioception (repositioning accuracy) across different trimesters of pregnancy. By identifying and understanding the specific impacts of different trimesters of pregnancy on TMJ function, this study aims to provide insights that can help in the early detection and effective management of TMJ disorders. This, in turn, can improve the overall well-being and comfort of pregnant women, contributing to a more positive pregnancy experience.
Moreover, physiotherapists currently have limited guidelines specifically tailored for managing TMJ dysfunction in pregnant patients. This study aims to fill this gap by providing evidence-based insights into the mechanisms and risk factors associated with TMJ dysfunction during pregnancy. The findings can inform the development of clinical guidelines and therapeutic protocols that address the unique needs of pregnant women, ensuring safer and more effective care.
Interventions
- Other
Primary outcome measures
- Mouth Opening (Eyes Open) [Time frame: 5 months]
- Mouth Opening (Eyes Closed) [Time frame: 5 months]
- Right Lateral Movement (Eyes Open): [Time frame: 5 months]
- Right Lateral Movement (Eyes Closed) [Time frame: 5 months]
- Left Lateral Movement (Eyes Open) [Time frame: 5 months]
- Left Lateral Movement (Eyes Closed) [Time frame: 5 months]
- Jaw protrusion (Eyes Open) [Time frame: 5 months]
- Jaw protrusion (Eyes Closed) [Time frame: 5 months]
Secondary outcome measures (2)
- Assessment of severity of temporomandibular joint dysfunction [Time frame: 5 months]
- Assessment of temporomandibular joint pain [Time frame: 5 months]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
All women will be pregnant with a single baby. Their ages will range from 20 to 35 years old. Their parity will range from 1 to 2. Their body mass index will range from 20 to 30kg2.
Exclusion criteria
All women will not suffer from any TMJ disorder or orofacial pain before pregnancy.
All women will not suffer from any severe dental pathology. All women will not suffer from high-risk pregnancy (hyperemesis gravidarum, gestational diabetes).
All women will not suffer from any systemic illnesses.
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: Yes
Study design
- Observational model
- Other
Study locations
Egypt · 1 center
- Maha Zaghloul mohammed — Cairo
Identifiers
NCT: NCT06946147 · P.T.REC/012/005674