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TMD Clinical Pathway: Exam to Treatment Decisions
TMD Clinical Pathway: Exam to Treatment Decisions
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Professors
Professors
Kevin Kwiecien
Target audience
Target audience
Nb of lessons
Nb of lessons
32
Nb of modules
Nb of modules
5
Course duration
Course duration
5 h
Delivery method
Delivery method
Google Drive Link, Offline
Course Overview
Build confidence in diagnosing and managing Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) with a step-by-step clinical approach from SPEAR Education. This comprehensive course teaches you how to perform thorough joint, muscle, and functional exams, interpret findings, and make informed treatment decisions based on real patient cases. From the first contact with a patient to follow-up, this course equips you with a proven process to navigate even complex TMD presentations with clarity and precision. Whether you're new to TMD diagnosis or looking to refine your skills, this course provides the tools and framework needed for confident, evidence-based treatment.
What You Will Learn
- Module 1. Muscle and TMJ Clinical Exam
- Module 2. TMD Exam to Decision - Megan, Part 1
- Module 3. TMD Exam to Decision - Megan, Part 2
- Module 4. TMD Exam to Decision - Ann
- Module 5. TMD Exam to Decision - John
Full Course Program
Module 1. Muscle and TMJ Clinical Exam
In this module, Dr. Frank Spear walks you through the essential steps of performing a comprehensive joint and muscle examination for TMD. Learn to evaluate both the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and muscles to gather key diagnostic information that will guide your treatment decisions.
- Lesson 1: Joint Examination and Evaluation - Part 1
- Lesson 2: Joint Examination and Evaluation - Part 2
- Lesson 3: Joint Examination and Evaluation - Part 3
- Lesson 4: Joint Examination and Evaluation - Part 4
Module 2. TMD Exam to Decision - Megan, Part 1
This module introduces the first part of the TMD exam and decision-making process with a case study of Megan. Follow the step-by-step process of gathering patient history, conducting a clinical joint exam, and interpreting muscle and functional findings. Learn to make informed decisions based on the evidence you collect.
- Lesson 1: History and Working Hypothesis
- Lesson 2: Clinical Joint Exam
- Lesson 3: Review of Joint Findings
- Lesson 4: Clinical Muscle Exam
- Lesson 5: Review of Muscle Findings
- Lesson 6: Clinical Function Exam
- Lesson 7: Review of Functional Findings
Module 3. TMD Exam to Decision - Megan, Part 2
Continuing Megan’s case, this module focuses on the next steps after the initial exam. Learn how to evaluate systems, make educated guesses, and decide on the appropriate treatment path, including appliance therapy and re-assessment.
- Lesson 1: Evaluation of System and Educated Guess
- Lesson 2: Next Steps
- Lesson 3: Additional Evaluation
- Lesson 4: Appliance Therapy
- Lesson 5: Re-Assessment
Module 4. TMD Exam to Decision - Ann
In this module, you’ll explore another TMD case—Ann—using the same comprehensive approach. Learn how to conduct a complete exam, review findings, and decide on the best treatment plan based on a thorough analysis of the patient’s symptoms and clinical presentation.
- Lesson 1: History and Working Hypothesis
- Lesson 2: Clinical Joint Exam
- Lesson 3: Review of Joint Findings
- Lesson 4: Clinical Muscle Exam
- Lesson 5: Review of Muscle Findings
- Lesson 6: Clinical Function Exam
- Lesson 7: Review of Functional Findings
- Lesson 8: Assessment of System and Educated Guess
- Lesson 9: Next Steps
Module 5. TMD Exam to Decision - John
This final module takes you through the diagnosis and treatment decision-making process for John’s case. It covers the clinical joint exam, muscle exam, and functional exam, and teaches you how to assess the system, make an educated guess, and determine the best next steps.
- Lesson 1: Clinical Joint Exam
- Lesson 2: Review of Joint Findings
- Lesson 3: Clinical Muscle Exam
- Lesson 4: Review of Muscle Findings
- Lesson 5: Clinical Function Exam
- Lesson 6: Assessment of System and Educated Guess
- Lesson 7: Next Steps
