Bruxism, Pelvic Pain, Erectile Dysfunction, and Anxiety in Young Adult Men

Bruxism is a parafunctional activity characterized by clenching or grinding of the teeth during wakefulness or sleep. Increasing evidence suggests that bruxism is not only related to orofacial structures but may also be associated with broader musculoskeletal and psychosocial conditions. Emerging literature indicates that central sensitization, stress, and anxiety may contribute to both bruxism and chronic pain conditions. However, the potential relationship between bruxism and pelvic health outcomes has not been sufficiently investigated. Pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction, including erectile dysfunction, are multifactorial conditions that may involve neuromuscular, psychological, and autonomic mechanisms. Considering the shared mechanisms related to muscle hyperactivity, stress responses, and central pain modulation, bruxism may be associated with pelvic pain symptoms and sexual dysfunction in men. Additionally, anxiety is recognized as a common contributing factor in both bruxism and pelvic floor dysfunction. The aim of this cross-sectional study is to investigate the association between bruxism, pelvic pain, erectile dysfunction, and anxiety levels in young adult men. Participants will be assessed using validated self-report questionnaires to evaluate bruxism symptoms, pelvic pain complaints, erectile function, and anxiety levels. Understanding the potential relationship between these variables may contribute to a more comprehensive biopsychosocial understanding of male pelvic health and may help guide future multidisciplinary assessment and management strategies.

NCT Number	NCT07469345
Lead Sponsor	Akdeniz University Collaborators: Necmettin Erbakan University, Bilecik Seyh Edebali Universitesi
Conditions	Bruxism, Pelvic Pain, Myofascial Pain - Dysfunction Syndrome of TMJ, Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome
Enrollment	100 participants
Start Date	2026-04-16
Primary Completion	2026-07-16 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-11-15 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-03-13