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The 2021 American Hand Therapy Foundation research priorities survey
April C Cowan1, Marsha B Lawrence2, Elaine E Fess3
1University of Texas Medical Branch, School of Health Professions, Department of Occupational Therapy, Galveston, TX, USA.
Summary
Hand therapists prioritize outcome studies and research grants, particularly for tendon injuries and lateral epicondylitis. The American Hand Therapy Foundation
Area of Science:
- Hand therapy research
- Clinical outcomes research
- Rehabilitation science
Background:
- The American Hand Therapy Foundation (AHTF) initially surveyed hand therapists in 1998 to establish research priorities.
- The 1998 survey aimed to guide grant awards and align with the AHTF's mission.
Purpose of the Study:
- To re-evaluate hand therapists' research priorities in 2021.
- To ensure AHTF award funding aligns with current research needs in hand therapy.
Main Methods:
- A convergent parallel mixed-methods study design was employed.
- A survey was distributed to 7093 hand therapists globally, utilizing quantitative and qualitative analyses.
- Grounded Theory and Constant Comparative Methods were used for qualitative data analysis.
Main Results:
- A 5.6% response rate yielded 397 analyzed surveys.
- Top research priorities included outcome studies and research grants, with a focus on tendon injuries and lateral epicondylitis.
- Barriers to research participation were time constraints and lack of proficiency; mentorship and education were identified as needs.
Conclusions:
- AHTF research funding aligns with current practice and reported concerns.
- Hand therapists emphasized the need for funded outcomes research and continued AHTF support for clinical research.
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