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Using narrative literature reviews to build a scientific knowledge base.

Phillip D. Rumrill1, Shawn M. Fitzgerald

  • 1Kent State University, Department of Educational Foundations & Special Services, 413 White Hall, P.O. Box 5190, Kent, OH 44242-0001, USA. Tel.: +1 330 672 0600; Fax: +1 330 672 2512;

Work (Reading, Mass.)
|November 21, 2002
PubMed
Summary

This study explores narrative literature reviews in rehabilitation research. It highlights their nature, provides examples, and discusses limitations in advancing scientific knowledge.

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Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Research
  • Scientific Literature Analysis

Background:

  • Literature reviews are crucial in scientific research.
  • Narrative literature reviews are common in rehabilitation studies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the role of narrative literature reviews in rehabilitation research.
  • To describe the characteristics and limitations of these reviews.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of contemporary rehabilitation literature.
  • Description and examination of narrative literature reviews.

Main Results:

  • Narrative literature reviews are prevalent in rehabilitation.
  • These reviews have limitations in significantly advancing research knowledge.

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Conclusions:

  • Understanding the nature and limitations of narrative literature reviews is essential.
  • Further exploration of review methodologies may be needed to enhance knowledge progression in rehabilitation research.