Research Methods A Framework For Evidence Based Clinical Practice

Research Methods: A Framework for Evidence-Based Clinical Practice is written specifically for students and practitioners in allied health care professions that treat patients with movement limitations, such as physical therapy and athletic training. Following the text's clear, easy-to-follow guidance, readers will quickly learn how to gather, read, interpret, assess, and apply research to clinical practice. Most importantly, they will discover how an evidence-based approach will improve clinical outcomes in their own practice. Features: concept checks reinforce critical content by highlighting the most important theories and viewpoints; chapter objectives guide your studies by focusing your attention on what you'll know upon successful completion of the chapter; examples drawn from physical therapy and athletic training make it easier to apply key concepts to make better clinical decisions; chapter summaries at the end of each chapter offer a quick review of the core messages; chapter references and suggested readings enable you to investigate individual topics in greater depth & critical thinking questions encourage you to consider how you will apply research and an evidence-based practice model in your clinical practice.