Table 3 Thresholds for feasibility outcomes - results
From: A loaded self-managed exercise programme for patellofemoral pain: a mixed methods feasibility study
Outcome | Indicator | Successful | Result | Feasible | Suggested modifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Recruitment & eligibility | Recruitment rate (participants per month) | >Â 3.75 | 5.0 | Yes | Â |
Consent rate (%) | > 75 | 98.6 | Yes | Â | |
Adherence & acceptability | Adherence to appointments (%) | > 75 | 86.8 | Yes | Â |
Outcome measures | Retention rate (%) | > 75 | 41.7 | No | Reduce the number of outcome measures, use of IT (e.g. text message), improve communication between treating physiotherapist and participant, relax criteria for success, entry into a prize draw, telephone consultations. |
Completeness of data (%) | > 75 | 99.7 | Yes | Â | |
Resources & study management | Adherence to intervention delivery (%) | > 75 | 94.9 | Yes | Â |