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- Louise Demers and Lise Poissant.
- Research Centre of the Montreal Geriatric University Institute, Canada. louise.demers@umontreal.ca
- Disabil Rehabil. 2009 Jan 1; 31 (2): 152-9.
PurposeThis article examines the distinctive opportunities and challenges involved in connecting with clinicians to strengthen rehabilitation research.MethodThe relevant literature on various factors that link researchers and clinicians is summarized and discussed.ResultsLinks between researchers and clinicians are demonstrated by evidence-based practice, common conceptual background and the development of research capacity. Sustainable partnerships can evolve throughout the research process by using various enduring strategies such as experts' committee as well as novel approaches like communities of practice.ConclusionThis paper reflects the conviction that reducing the gap between research and clinical practice will be facilitated by implementing partnerships originating from both researchers and clinicians.
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