Table 3 The extent evidence-based clinical practice within the past month among chiropractic orthopedic diplomates ( n = 135)
|  | Never (%) | 1-5 times (%) | 6-10 times (%) | 11-15 times (%) | ≥16 times (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
I have read/reviewed professional literature related to my practice | 2 (1.5) | 64 (47.4) | 26 (19.3) | 12 (8.9) | 31 (23.0) |
I have read/reviewed clinical research findings related to my practice | 8 (5.9) | 72 (53.3) | 22 (16.3) | 11 (8.1) | 22 (16.3) |
I have used professional literature or research findings to assist my clinical decision-making | 9 (6.7) | 66 (48.9) | 24 (17.8) | 8 (5.9) | 28 (20.7) |
I have used professional literature or research findings to change my clinical practice | 17 (12.6) | 78 (57.8) | 14 (10.4) | 4 (3.0) | 22 (16.3) |
I have used an online database to search for practice related literature or research | 37 (27.4) | 53 (39.3) | 19 (14.1) | 7 (5.2) | 19 (14.1) |
I have used and online search engine to search for practice related literature or research | 8 (5.9) | 48 (35.6) | 37 (27.4) | 16 (11.9) | 26 (19.3) |
I have consulted a colleague or industry expert to assist my clinical decision-making | 24 (17.8) | 77 (57.0) | 14 (10.4) | 6 (4.4) | 14 (10.4) |
I have referred to magazines, layperson/self-help books, or non-government/non-education institution websites to assist my clinical decision-making | 61 (45.2) | 51 (37.8) | 12 (8.9) | 4 (3.0) | 7 (5.2) |