Background & Aims
Thousands of preclinical research articles are published each year. Despite novel evidence being created constantly, the translation into clinical research and clinical health practices is hampered by barriers like paywalls, terminology, and lack of communication and understanding. Therefore, very little preclinical evidence makes it into clinical practice. With the rise of knowledge mobilization initiatives, patient engagement practices, and implementation science, it is pertinent that preclinical knowledge is included. Especially in the pediatric pain community, these practices have gone a long way in implementing changes in clinical practice, improving the life of pediatric pain patients.
Methods
Stakeholder engagement activities in knowledge mobilization may bridge the gap between the preclinical and clinical worlds. The needs of different stakeholder groups related to pediatric pain have been studied in clinical studies and clinical practice, however, not between preclinical and clinical research and practice. In this study, we aim to perform a stakeholder analysis to identify barriers and facilitators to preclinical knowledge mobilization within pediatric pain. Different knowledge users (e.g. researchers, health professionals, policy makers, educators, patients, and caretakers) will be engaged to identify shared needs, barriers, and facilitators using an online needs assessment survey. In addition, in depth interviews will be held.
Results
The common barriers and facilitators will be identified, and may drive better translation of preclinical research.
Conclusions
Preclinical knowledge mobilization is vital for evidence based pediatric pain management.
References
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Presenting Author
NJ van den Hoogen
Poster Authors
Nynke Van den Hoogen
BSc MSc PhD
University of Calgary
Lead Author
Topics
- Pain in Special Populations: Infants/Children