Qualitative research in physical therapy: A critical discussion on mixed method research.
Phoenix, Cassandra; Smith, Brett; Sparkes, Andrew C.; et al.Kirkby, Joanna
Date: 1 December 2012
Journal
Physical Therapy Reviews
Publisher
Maney Publishing
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Abstract
This paper critically discusses mixed-method research. A case is first offered as to why it is relevant for physical therapists to engage with the mixing of quantitative and qualitative methods and engage in debates about the intermingling of these techniques. Next, to provide a context for critical discussion several paradigms are ...
This paper critically discusses mixed-method research. A case is first offered as to why it is relevant for physical therapists to engage with the mixing of quantitative and qualitative methods and engage in debates about the intermingling of these techniques. Next, to provide a context for critical discussion several paradigms are outlined. Following this, two positions on mixed-method research are discussed. These are a pragmatist position and a purist position. The paper closes by suggesting that physical therapy researchers consider adopting the role of a connoisseur in order to engage with the critical issues emerging in mixed-method research.
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