Development of a practice-based research program

Author(s): Hawk, C., Long, C. R. , Boulanger, K.

Journal/Book: j manipulative physiol ther. 1998; 21(3): 149-156.

Abstract: Objective: To establish an infrastructure to collect accurate data from ambulatory settings. Design: The program was developed through an iterative model governed by a process of formative evaluation. The three iterations were a needs assessment, feasibility study and pilot project. Necessary program components were identified as infrastructure, practitioner-researcher partnership, centralized data management and standardized quality assurance measures. Setting and Participants: Volunteer chiropractors and their staff collected data on patients in their practices in ambulatory settings in the U.S. and Canada. ed before use. s. ient outcomes.

Keyword(s): Methodik.

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