Table 4. Logistic Regression Analysis of the Potential Predictors of TMJ Pain.
| Adjusted OR | p value | 95% CI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gender | |||
| Male | Reference | ||
| Female | 1.817 | 0.012* | 1.140–2.896 |
| Age | |||
| 10–19 yrs | Reference | ||
| 20–29 yrs | 1.478 | 0.092 | 0.939–2.326 |
| 30–39 yrs | 1.162 | 0.633 | 0.627–2.151 |
| 40–49 yrs | 0.523 | 0.258 | 0.170–1.607 |
| Type of instrument | |||
| Lower string | Reference | ||
| Upper string | 3.200 | 0.001* | 1.571–6.516 |
| Woodwind | 2.810 | 0.007* | 1.321–5.978 |
| Brass | 3.203 | 0.003* | 1.488–6.897 |
| Other | 1.813 | 0.367 | 0.498–6.595 |
| Oral parafunction | |||
| No | Reference | ||
| Yes | 1.825 | 0.001* | 1.265–2.632 |
TMJ, temporomandibular joint; OR, odds ratio; CI, confidence interval.
*p<.05 indicates statistical significance.