학술논문

Response to commentary on: 'Qualitative research: its practical contribution to physiotherapy'.
Document Type
Article
Source
Physical Therapy Reviews. Jun2013, Vol. 18 Issue 3, p227-228. 2p.
Subject
*PHYSICAL therapy
*PHYSICAL therapy research
*QUALITATIVE research
Language
ISSN
1083-3196
Abstract
The article discusses the contribution of qualitative research tom physiotherapy. It highlights the argument that quality of research is directly proportional with sample size. It states that large sample study may not be require due to huge cost involved and flaws in design. The article highlights that a research requires specific technical support and prior preparation. The article also discusses randomized clinical trials (RCTs) for determining effective intervention.