Research Methods for Clinical Therapists: Applied Project Design and Analysis

A comprehensive introduction to research for allied health students and practitioners at all levels. It provides an overview of major research approaches with an emphasis on experimental methods and data analysis. The aim is to demystify research methods and statistical analysis in order that practitioners will find it easier to conduct their own research and be able to critically evaluate published material. The key concepts are highlighted and summarized within each chapter.

Activity "boxes" are included throughout the chapter to encourage the reader to apply what they are reading to their own clinical research and practice. These make reference to a variety of clinical situations which are relevant to all therapists. Answers and explanations for the activities are given in a separate appendix.

A full and detailed glossary gives definitions of the inevitable jargon involved in research.

Practical coverage directly relates what is learned to the clinical situation.

Efficient, to-the-point information provides a straightforward description of research design issues.

Activity "boxes" encourage the reader to apply what they are reading to their own clinical research and practice.

A full and detailed glossary gives definitions of the inevitable jargon involved in research.

The writing style is easy to read, free of technical research language and jargon.

Bold, to-the-point coverage demystifies a subject many are afraid of.

Key concepts are highlighted throughout the text, making important terms and ideas easy to find.

This book includes comprehensive examples, relevant to all clinical therapeutic groups.

General revision and rewrite

New section on calculation of sample size and effect size

Updating of all references

Additional student activities within the text

New appendix - critique of published research paper

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Chiropractic Journal of Australia, December 2004 "The new inclusions in this edition significantly strengthen the work. This new edition is a solid contribution." "My principal reason for recommending Reserch Methods for Clinical Therapists is that not only can I understand it, I even enjoyed reading it and in statistical language that is a highly significant measure." Dr David Cockburn; Clinical and Experimental Optometry; Vol.88 "The book is intended to reduce the fear associated with statistics and research, and is successful in achieving this. The is a must for all clinical departments endeavouring to practice evidence-based health care, and woudl be useful for undergraduate students and clinicians of all grades." Rachel Garrod

"This is the latest edition of a well established research text that aims to inform the reader about the design and analysis of experimental studies. It provides wide coverage of all aspects of experimental deisgn relevant to therapists including dissemination and critical evaluation." PGM, 2010 Vol. 27:1