39196 - Methodologies for Clinical Research (IM)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the module the student has the knowledge of aims and methods of practice based on evidence of effectiveness, has the ability to apply knowledge and understanding in relation to the formulation of clinical questions, the conduct of bibliographic research and the development of research protocols in physiotherapy.

Course contents

PHASES OF THE EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE PROCESS:

1. Historical evolution of EBP and formulation of the clinical question using the acronym PICO


2. Scientific evidence search strategies in major databases:
Evidence Pyramid
PubMed, Pedro, Cochrane Library, and guideline and point-of-care databases
Structure of the scientific article


3. Critical appraisal of evidence
4. Application of findings to the individual patient

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Type of studies

1. Primary studies in physiotherapy

Observational studies (descriptive and analytical):

- Cross-sectional studies

- Case-control studies

- Cohort studies

Experimental studies:

- Randomized controlled trials

2. Secondary studies

Systematic reviews

Meta-analyses

Guidelines

Scoping reviews

Notes on metasynthesis , HTA and Network Meta-analysis

Readings/Bibliography

Ramponi N., Barbari V., Evidence based practice. La guida completa per il professionista della salute, 2021 FisioScience Ed.

Borestein M., Hedges L.V., Higgins J.P.T., Rothstein H.R., Introduction to Meta-Analysis, 2021 - Wiley Ed.- 2° edizione

Chiari P., Mosci D., Naldi E. Evidence based clinical practice - La pratica clinico assistenziale basata su prove di efficacia, 2011 McGraw-Hill – 2° edizione

Pomponio G., Calosso A., EBM e metodologia della ricerca per le professioni sanitarie, 2005,Edizioni Medico-Scientifiche, Torino.

Attena F., Epidemiologia e valutazione degli interventi sanitari. 2004, Piccin, Padova.

www.gimbe.it

Teaching methods

Theoretical lessons accompanied by practical exercises on the PC.

Exam simulations will also be tested.

Assessment methods

The exam at the end of the course expected the achievement of the educational objectives of both theoretical knowledge and practical skills and the test expected a mark out of thirty.

During the 1st lesson, the teacher will administer a survey using the Wooclap app to assess the student's level of knowledge of the subject matter. During the midterm period, a midterm assessment will be administered using the Wooclap app to assess the student's understanding of the material taught so far and to address any questions that may have arisen.

The grade is graduated from 18/30 to 30/30. The minimum grade is achieved by a basic knowledge of the teaching; it is between 19 and 25 for a fair knowledge; between 26 and 29 for a good knowledge while 30 represents a very good knowledge and honors are added in case of excellent knowledge.

The practical exam consists of a two-hour computer-based exam, based on a question formulated by the instructor, and a search for an article using the main databases learned during the theoretical and practical lessons. This is followed by an oral exam on the selected article, drawing on the theoretical lessons on research methodology.

Given the types of activities and teaching methods adopted, attendance at this training activity requires all students to complete modules 1 and 2 in e-learning mode and participate in the classroom (8 hours) in the third specific training module on health and safety in study/internship settings.

Students with learning disorders and\or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https:/site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students) as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives.

Teaching tools

PC workstations with connection.

Office hours

See the website of Deborah Deserri