Dentists' neck pain under the microscope: new study aims to find solutions
NCT ID NCT07516782
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at neck pain and related problems in Turkish endodontists (dentists who do root canals). About 120 endodontists will answer questions about their work and neck pain, and have physical tests like neck movement and strength. The goal is to find what causes neck pain in these dentists so better prevention and treatment can be developed.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 120 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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May 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
The study population consists of actively practicing endodontists in Turkey, aged 25 to 65 years, working in public institutions, university hospitals, or the private sector. Participants with and without neck pain will be included to evaluate neck musculoskeletal symptoms, functional parameters, and associated occupational and ergonomic factors.
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25 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 25 to 65 years * Actively practicing as an endodontist in Turkey in public institutions, university hospitals, or the private sector * Willing and able to provide informed consent * Endodontists with or without neck pain Exclusion Criteria: * History of cervical spine surgery within the last 3 months * History of cervical spine infection within the last 3 months (e.g., spondylodiscitis) * History of malignancy involving the cervical region * Spinal cord compression due to tumor or another cause * Presence of neurological deficit * Inflammatory disease involving the cervical region, such as rheumatoid arthritis * Use of muscle relaxant medication within the last 1 week
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Health Sciences, Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Uskudar, 34860, Turkey (Türkiye)
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