Assessing the Effectiveness of Using Simulation in Cupping Therapy Training Course for Undergraduate Medical Students: A Study in Riyadh, KSA
Journal Title: Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 13, Issue 2
Abstract
Aim: To assess effectiveness of using cupping therapy simulation for the training of undergraduate medical students. Study Design: This study assessed the experience of the cupping simulation for undergraduate medical students as a part of cupping training course. The place of the study was the simulation laboratory of the College of Medicine, Dar Al-Uloom University. Methodology: NCCAM developed cupping simulation training course in the form of two scenarios that addressed the various types of cupping procedure. Fourth year undergraduate medical students; 16 males, and 25 females who attended the cupping simulation training course as a part of the complementary medicine and integrative health elective course are the target population. The number of participants was 25 out of 41. Post simulation survey was conducted by using a slightly modified Simulation Effectiveness Tool [SET]. Results: Showed positive responses on all items of the post-simulation survey. Developing a better understanding of cupping, building confidence, improving skills, and feeling better prepared for performing cupping for real patient were the most strongly agreed items. Conclusion: Cupping simulation is a promising learning tool in the field of integrative medicine. It may improve the cupping clinical skills, and build the confidence of participants in a safe environment. It can be the first step of training for beginners. Future large-scale studies and post-simulation evaluation of performance are recommended.
Authors and Affiliations
Abdullah M. Al-Bedah, Tamer S. Aboushanab, Meshari S. Alqaed, Naseem Akhtar Qureshi, Ibrahim Al-subai, Ahmed T. El-Olemy, Mohamed Khalil
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