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Enhancing Musculoskeletal Education Through a Virtual Sports Medicine Curriculum: A Pilot Study

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Musculoskeletal complaints are common in primary care, yet physicians often lack confidence and knowledge in managing them. This pilot study evaluated the impact of an online video curriculum on sports medicine knowledge and skills among 17 family medicine residents. Residents completed pre- and post-intervention questionnaires assessing their confidence in physical exam skills, differential diagnosis, and overall sports medicine knowledge. Significant improvements were observed in all three domains (P < 0.001) with large effect sizes (Cohen's d = 1.46-1.70). Despite limitations inherent to the pilot design, these findings suggest that virtual sports medicine curricula can effectively enhance resident education and potentially improve clinical practice.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.83180

Authors: Jordan Rennicke, Steven Embry

Institution: Eglin Air Force Base

Language: English

Topic: Musculoskeletal Disorders and Rehabilitation

Subfield: Rehabilitation

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4409927845