Use of Qualitative Research in Orthopaedics and Trauma

Description

This presentation, led by Professor Joy Adamson from the University of York, focuses on the application of qualitative methods in orthopedic surgery and trauma research. Adamson outlines the significance of qualitative research in understanding complex patient experiences, care pathways, and how clinical research findings can be best implemented into practice.



The talk begins with an overview of research methodologies including randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and highlights the limitations of quantitative methods in addressing many important healthcare questions. It emphasizes the need for qualitative methods to explore patient experiences, expectations, and the overall acceptance of treatments before and after surgical interventions.



Professor Adamson provides several illustrative examples to demonstrate the relevance of qualitative research in optimizing trial recruitment, understanding patients' lived experiences during surgeries, and analyzing how clinical guidelines are implemented in practice. Findings from qualitative interviews reveal essential insights into patient and clinician perspectives, altruism, trust, and the complexities that influence clinical decision-making.



The presentation concludes by directing the audience to Health Talk Online, a resource based on qualitative interviews offering patient narratives about experiences with various health conditions, including orthopedic surgery.

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