Musicians' Health Education in D-A-CH

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Conditions studied: Education, Medicine, Dentistry, Orofacial Pain

In brief

Professional musicians are often exposed to significant physical and psychological strain. Long hours of playing, high muscle tension in the head and neck area, and performance-related stress can lead to problems such as musculoskeletal pain, jaw joint disorders, facial pain, and reduced oral health. Although these health issues are common, preventive strategies and structured health education are often insufficiently integrated into music training programs. This study aims to assess how topics related to musicians' health and performing arts medicine are currently included in the curricula of music universities in Germany, Austria, and the German-speaking part of Switzerland (D-A-CH region). Professors and lecturers responsible for musicians' health or curriculum planning at 39 music universities will be invited to complete a short questionnaire (approximately 10 minutes). The survey collects information about whether and how health-related topics are taught, including whether they are mandatory or elective, their duration, and the specific subjects covered. This is a non-interventional survey study. No medical examinations or treatments will be performed. Participation consists solely of completing the questionnaire. The results will help identify gaps in health education for professional musicians and support the future development of preventive and educational programs.

Key facts

Study ID
NCT07443930
Run by
University Medical Center Goettingen
People needed
39
Starts
2026-05-09
Expected to finish
2026-08-01
Last updated by the study team
2026-07-16

Who can join

Age: any. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

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Where it is running

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