Levels of evidence of articles in podiatric medical journals
1Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland 44106, USA.
Abstract:
The authors reviewed 322 articles in podiatric medical journals to determine their level of evidence. Only 1% of the articles reviewed were randomized controlled trials. The authors concluded that if the podiatric medical profession wishes to become a participant in evidence-based medicine, greater emphasis must be placed on studies that assess hypotheses.
