Validation of Teleconference-based Goniometry for Measuring Elbow Joint Range of Motion

  • Dent P
  • Wilke B
  • Terkonda S
  • et al.
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Abstract

Background  Range of motion (ROM) is a critical component of a physician's evaluation for many consultations. The purpose of this study was to evaluate if teleconference goniometry could be as accurate as clinical goniometry. Methods  Forty-eight volunteers participated in the study. There was a sample size of 52 elbows. Each measurement was recorded consecutively in person, through teleconference, and still-shot photography by two researchers trained in goniometry. Measurements of maximum elbow flexion and extension were taken and recorded. Results  Teleconference goniometry had a high agreement with clinical goniometry (Pearson coefficient: flexion: 0.93, Extension: 0.87). Limits of agreement found from the Bland-Altman test were 7⁰ and -3⁰ for flexion and 10.4⁰ and -7.4⁰ for extension. A t-test revealed a P-value of less than 0.001 between teleconference and clinical measurements, proving the data are significant. Conclusions ROM measurements through a teleconferencing medium are comparable to clinical ROM measurements. This would allow for interactive elbow ROM assessment with the orthopedist without having to incorporate travel time and expenses.

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Dent, P. A., Wilke, B., Terkonda, S., Luther, I., & Shi, G. G. (2020). Validation of Teleconference-based Goniometry for Measuring Elbow Joint Range of Motion. Cureus. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.6925

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