The Research Trends of the Korean Society of Medicine & Therapy Science: From 2009 to 2022

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this study is to analyze research trends in occupational therapy and propose future research directions. Additionally, the study aims to recommend a strategy for establishing foundational data, which can enhance the expertise of occupational therapy professionals and contribute to the formulation of relevant policies.ublished in the Korean Society of Medicine & Therapy Science from 2009 to 2022, an analysis was conducted on the type of research, evidence level, field of research. Method: For the 223 articles pinformation regarding the first author, and the type of study participation. Results: Following the analysis, it was observed that experimental research constituted the highest proportion at 78.3 %, with level 2 evidence being predominant at 32.6 %. Notably, in the last three years, there was an increase in studies classified at levels 3 and 4. In terms of research fields, neurological occupational therapy held the majority at 60.9 %, while the primary position of the first author was occupied by occupational therapists, accounting for 80.4 %. Regarding participant demographics, studies targeting adults comprised the largest share at 81.3 %, and the most frequently studied diagnosis was stroke. Conclusion: The findings presented herein aim to provide readers with insights into the evolving landscape of occupational therapy research, contributing valuable information to enhance understanding and augment the available body of evidence in the field.