Background Pilot feasibility studies serve a uniquely important role in preparing for larger
scale intervention trials by examining the feasibility and acceptability of interventions and the …

Introduction Patient education is a critical component of healthcare delivery. However,
medical information and knowledge are complex and can be difficult for patients and …

Background The addition of qualitative methodology to randomised controlled trials
evaluating complex interventions allows better understanding of contextualised factors and …

Background Pilot studies are essential in determining if a larger study is feasible. This is
especially true when targeting populations that experience stigma and may be difficult to …

Background Opioid-free analgesia (OFA) may mitigate opioid-related harms after outpatient
general surgery; however, the comparative effectiveness of this approach should be …

Introduction Increased moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) can improve clinical
and psychosocial outcomes for people living with and beyond cancer (LWBC). This study …

Background External randomised pilot trials help researchers decide whether, and how, to
do a future definitive randomised trial. The progression criteria are often prespecified to …

Since implementing the postdoctoral system in China, the number and quality of postdocs
have improved greatly. Under the policy of creating world-class universities, most …

Background Recruitment of patients is one of the main challenges when designing and
conducting randomised controlled trials (RCTs). Trials of rare injuries or those that include …

Inadequate financial literacy skills among small business entity (SBE) owners have the
potential for adverse business outcomes. SBE owners are concerned because inadequate …