Table 3 Design of knowledge brokering intervention (based on the KTA framework 35)
Phase 1: Adapting knowledge to local context - Knowledge tools and products | Content-specific materials synthesized, tailored for easy KB access |
|---|---|
| Â | Pre-workshop package sent to KBs containing a GMFM-88/66 manual, instructional CD-ROM, GMFCS training DVD, key published articles, and user-friendly summaries and case scenarios |
| Â | Additional materials posted on a private 'KB Discuss' intranet site |
| Â | Intranet site designed so KBs could post and respond to questions - community of practice encouraged |
| Â | Intranet site moderated by research team |
| Â | Power-Point presentations about the measures made available for download (KBs encouraged to modify and tailor) |
Phase 2: Assessing barriers and supports | In preparation for the KB interactive workshop, KBs completed a 'Supports and Barriers Questionnaire' to identify possible supports and barriers to implementation of the motor measures within their own clinical context. |
| Â | They were asked to consider factors within their organizational structure and resources, the target therapists, the measures themselves, and the children and families |
Phase 3: Selecting, tailoring, and implementing interventions | KBs empowered to select, tailor, and implement interventions as they felt appropriate |
| Â | KBs tracked activities using a weekly log book |
| Â | Regular KB teleconferences and use of online 'KBdiscuss' site facilitated sharing of strategies |
Phase 4: Monitoring use and evaluating outcomes | KBs and PTs completed online survey of knowledge and use, pre-brokering, 6, 12, and 18 months |
| Â | KBs, PTs, and centre administrators completed a semi-structured telephone interview about the utility of the KB process at 6 and 18 months |