The foundation of effective therapeutic intervention lies in the application of current research and clinical expertise. This book offers a comprehensive introduction to evidence-based practice in occupational therapy, guiding practitioners through the processes of literature appraisal, outcome measurement, and clinical decision-making. It discusses methods for integrating empirical findings with patient preferences and contextual factors. Each chapter introduces tools for evaluating the reliability of research, implementing standardized assessments, and tracking intervention outcomes. Ethical considerations and strategies for staying updated with new evidence are also examined. The book supports the development of reflective and research-informed clinicians.
Jianyu Ma is a research-focused occupational therapy educator who champions the integration of evidence-based practice into clinical and academic settings. Based in China, he works to bridge the gap between research findings and everyday clinical decision-making. Jianyu has published widely on intervention effectiveness, clinical guidelines, and knowledge translation methods in occupational therapy. He mentors practitioners on critical appraisal skills and protocol development. His teaching encourages practitioners to base interventions on the best available evidence while honoring individual client needs and context.