만성 요통 변증 설문지 개발을 위한 전문가 Delphi 조사

Abstract

Objectives The aim of this study is to contribute to developing questionnaire for patternidentification of chronic low back pain using delphi method. Methods The questionnaire which includes symptoms and signs of chronic low backpain is studied by delphi method. Seven experts of Korean medicine, especially of rehabilitationmedicine participated in delphi examination. Delphi examination was carriedout through evaluating and correcting the questionnaire by e-mail. Results By the Delphi method and score evaluation, 20 items of the initial copy of questionnaireare chosen for pattern identification of chronic low back pain. Conclusions By the delphic method among experts, a reference questionnaire for patternidentification of chronic low back pain was suggested. Further research is necessaryfor modification of questionnaire by statistics and certification by clinical trial research.