A qualitative approach to experiential knowledge identified in focus groups aimed at co-designing a provocation test in the study of electrohypersensitivity
Abstract
Overview
Patients' experiential knowledge is increasingly recognised as valuable for biomedical research. This study focuses on the experiential knowledge from electrohypersensitive individuals to develop an experimental protocol.
Findings
- Identification of key ways to leverage experiential knowledge for biomedical advancements.
- Discussion on the participatory approach with focus groups to design the study protocols.
- Insight into the complexity and challenges of translating experiential patient knowledge into practical experimental designs.
Conclusion
The study underlines the importance of integrating experiential knowledge in research to effectively address the complex issues of electrohypersensitivity, while also highlighting the challenges of designing appropriate experimental protocols.