A Study on E-Learning for TMJ Examination in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Background
This study aimed to assess how effective an e-learning module is for teaching the physical examination of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).
Methods
Researchers created an e-learning module focusing on best practices for TMJ examination. Pediatric rheumatology fellows were split into two groups. One group read an article about the examination, while the other group used both the article and the e-learning module. All participants took a pre-test, an in-person clinical exam, a post-test, and a follow-up survey.
Results
A total of 22 pediatric rheumatology fellows participated, with 11 in each group. The results showed:
- Both groups improved in written tests, but the module group showed better outcomes in defining maximal incisal opening (MIO).
- In the clinical exam, the module group scored higher on average (13.5) compared to the article group (11.1).
- Significant improvements were noted in measuring MIO, calculating maximal unassisted mouth opening (MUMO), and assessing facial symmetry for the module group.
- Participants enjoyed the module more, scoring an average of 7.7/10 versus 5.9/10 for the article group.
- Three months later, both groups reported performing TMJ examinations at similar rates.
Conclusions
The study showed that using an e-learning module improved knowledge and skills for TMJ examinations in JIA. Learners who used the module were better at taking precise TMJ measurements.
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