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Record keeping adjuncts for TMD therapy.

A H Owen

    Cranio : the Journal of Craniomandibular Practice
    |January 1, 1991
    PubMed
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    Effective record-keeping in temporomandibular disorder (TMD) therapy is crucial for tracking subjective pain. This study introduces two novel record-keeping tools to improve patient-clinician communication and treatment progress assessment in TMD management.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dental Medicine
    • Pain Management
    • Medical Record Keeping

    Background:

    • Accurate record keeping is essential for all dental treatments.
    • Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) therapy presents unique challenges due to the subjective nature of pain and discomfort.
    • Discrepancies between patient and clinician perceptions of treatment progress are common in TMD management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present two practical record-keeping adjuncts designed to address challenges in TMD therapy.
    • To enhance the accuracy and consistency of documenting patient progress in TMD treatment.
    • To minimize misunderstandings between patients and clinicians regarding treatment outcomes.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of a summary of initial diagnostic findings at the top of the treatment record for easy reference.

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  • Utilization of a patient-completed treatment chart employing the visual analog approach for TMD therapy.
  • Inclusion of patient signatures on each chart entry to validate data accuracy.

    • Main Results:

    • The proposed adjuncts facilitate objective measurement of treatment progress by referencing initial diagnostic findings.
    • The visual analog approach in patient-completed charts improves clarity and reduces misinterpretation of subjective pain levels.
    • Patient-signed entries enhance the reliability and accountability of TMD treatment records.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented record-keeping adjuncts offer a significant improvement over traditional methods for TMD therapy documentation.
    • These tools enhance the ability to track and assess patient progress in managing TMD symptoms, particularly pain.
    • Improved record-keeping practices can lead to more effective and patient-centered TMD treatment strategies.