Educational Methods for TMD Training
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores how effectively dental students learn about temporomandibular disorder (TMD) using Virtual Patient Based Learning (VPBL). The researchers aim to determine if this method enhances students' confidence, knowledge, and diagnostic skills compared to traditional clinical exposure. Participants will be divided into groups to learn through virtual patients, real patients, or a combination of both. This trial is open to 3rd and 4th-year dental students at Midwestern University in Illinois. As an unphased study, it provides students with a unique opportunity to enhance their learning experience through innovative educational methods.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What prior data suggests that this educational method is safe for dental students?
Research has shown that the Virtual Patient Based Learning (VPBL) platform is a safe and well-supported educational tool. Studies confirm its effectiveness in teaching about temporomandibular disorder (TMD), with experts agreeing on its quality. Dental education has successfully used it to help students learn about TMD cases, with no reported safety concerns. As a purely educational method, it does not involve taking medication or undergoing medical procedures. Therefore, no known risks or side effects are associated with using the VPBL platform.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about this trial because it explores innovative methods for training on temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Unlike traditional clinical exposure, the Virtual Patient Based Learning (VPBL) approach allows participants to interact with virtual patients who mirror real-world TMD cases. This method offers a flexible, risk-free environment for learning, enhancing the educational experience without needing direct patient interaction. By combining VPBL with clinical exposure, the trial aims to determine whether this blended approach leads to better understanding and management of TMD compared to traditional methods alone.
What evidence suggests that these educational methods are effective for TMD training?
This trial will compare different educational methods for TMD training. Participants may engage in Virtual Patient-Based Learning (VPBL), which studies have shown to be a promising tool in dental education. Research indicates that VPBL effectively fills training gaps by exposing students to cases they might not encounter in real-life clinical settings. Experts in facial and mouth pain have confirmed the content's accuracy and usefulness for teaching about temporomandibular disorders (TMD), which involve issues with the jaw and surrounding muscles. Initial findings suggest that VPBL improves knowledge and diagnostic skills, making it a valuable addition to traditional clinical training.12678
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for 3rd and 4th year predoctoral dental students at a large school who are looking to improve their confidence, knowledge, and diagnostic skills related to temporomandibular disorders (TMD).Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Educational Intervention
Participants are exposed to a Virtual Patient-Based Learning (VPBL) platform featuring TMD cases
Assessment
Participants' diagnostic ability and confidence level are assessed immediately after the educational intervention
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for any changes in diagnostic ability and confidence level
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Virtual Patient Based Learning (VPBL)
Trial Overview
The study tests the effectiveness of Virtual Patient-Based Learning (VPBL) versus traditional clinical exposure in teaching about TMD. It aims to see which method better enhances students' abilities.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Participants will be exposed to review virtual patients featured on the VPBL
Participants will be exposed to clinical patients with TMD
Participants will be exposed to clinical patients with TMD and to the corresponding virtual patient with the same TMD diagnosis featured on the VPBL
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Midwestern University
Lead Sponsor
Citations
Project Details - NIH RePORTER
Implementing VPBL offers a promising solution to bridge the gaps in dental education and the limited clinical exposure to TMD cases during predoctoral training.
Content Validity Assessment of a Virtual Patient‐Based ...
The content of a VPBL platform designed for TMD education in the predoctoral dental curriculum demonstrated strong validity and suitability ...
Testing an Educational Resource for Implementation in ...
This pilot study assessed the feasibility of a virtual patient-based learning (VPBL) platform as an educational tool to address insufficient ...
Content Validity Assessment of a Virtual Patient-Based ...
This study tested the VPBL's content validity among 10 orofacial pain (OFP) experts responsible for TMD education at U.S. institutions. Methods: ...
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researchgate.net
researchgate.net/publication/395238214_Content_Validity_Assessment_of_a_Virtual_Patient-Based_Learning_Platform_for_TMD_Education_among_Orofacial_Pain_ExpertsContent Validity Assessment of a Virtual Patient-Based ...
This study tested the VPBL's content validity among 10 orofacial pain (OFP) experts responsible for TMD education at U.S. institutions. Methods ...
Digitally Trained Applied Relaxation for Treatment of ...
The randomized controlled trial on TMD patients evaluates the effectiveness of web application-based AR training on TMD pain symptoms, psychosocial burden ...
Testing an Educational Resource for Implementation in ...
Conclusions The VPBL platform demonstrated feasibility as an educational tool for integration into the TMD curriculum for third‐ and fourth‐year dental students ...
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scholars.uky.edu
scholars.uky.edu/en/publications/content-validity-assessment-of-a-virtual-patient-based-learning-p/Content Validity Assessment of a Virtual Patient-Based ...
This study tested the VPBL's content validity among 10 orofacial pain (OFP) experts responsible for TMD education at U.S. institutions. Methods: We developed a ...
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