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Utilizing research in professional practice.

Lynn C Koch1, Bryan G Cook, Melody Tankersley

  • 1Kent State University, Center for Disability Studies, Department of Educational Foundations and Special Services, 405 White Hall, Kent, OH 44242-0001, USA. lkoch@kent.edu

Work (Reading, Mass.)
|May 25, 2006
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Many factors hinder rehabilitation practitioners from using research. This review identifies these barriers and proposes solutions like better training and collaboration to improve evidence-based practice.

Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Sciences
  • Disability Studies
  • Allied Health Professions

Background:

  • A significant gap exists between research findings and clinical practice in rehabilitation and allied health fields.
  • Numerous barriers impede the translation of evidence-based research into practical application by healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and describe the factors that prevent rehabilitation practitioners from utilizing research findings.
  • To propose actionable solutions to facilitate the integration of research into the daily practice of rehabilitation professionals.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review across rehabilitation, disability studies, and allied health disciplines.
  • Analysis of identified factors impeding research utilization by practitioners.

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Main Results:

  • Multiple factors were identified that create barriers to research utilization.
  • Key areas for improvement include pre-service education, researcher-practitioner collaboration, research accessibility, and professional support systems.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating research into practice requires a multi-faceted approach addressing educational, collaborative, and systemic factors.
  • Implementing proposed strategies can enhance evidence-based practice and improve patient outcomes in rehabilitation settings.