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Recruitment Questionnaire for Osteopathic Study on Patient Expectations and High-Velocity Thrust (HVT)

Study title: "Assessing the impact of patient expectations on short-term outcomes of pain and functionality using high-velocity thrusts (HVTs) in osteopathic treatment."

Researcher: Benjamin Sibbons (University College of Osteopathy)

Thank you for your consideration in participating in this study, please read the following information carefully before you proceed.

Purpose of study: this study is aiming to explore what effect patient preferences in the type of treatment they receive has on the outcomes of that treatment.

What are HVTs: HVTs are a quick, but gentle, small movement applied to joints which is commonly used by osteopaths and chiropractors. A 'click' or 'pop' often comes from this movement which is completely safe and normal. HVTs are used for short-term pain relief and increased joint movement.

Confidentiality: Your information will remain confidential, anonymised, and securely stored. Participation is voluntary, and you may withdraw at any time without consequence.

Eligibility:

 - Age between 18 and 55 years

 - Currently experiencing musculoskeletal pain appropriate for osteopathic treatment

 - No known reasons against receiving/contraindications for HVTs (see below for details)

 - Able to consent to treatment and participate in the study


Contraindications for HVT treatment:

 - Recent fractures or severe trauma

 - Osteoporosis, arthritis or any inflammatory joint diseases

 - Active infections (inc. Tuberculosis etc.)

 - Significant neurological deficit (inc. Cauda equina, severe disc herniation etc.)

 - Blood clotting and vascular disorders (inc. aneurysm, vertebral artery insufficiency etc.)

 - Spinal cancers

 - Hypermobility or connective tissue disorders 

There may be more contraindications to receiving HVTs, these can/will be discussed prior to treatment

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Recruitment Questionnaire for Osteopathic Study on Patient Expectations and High-Velocity Thrust (HVT)

Consent and Preference Questionnaire

Final Statements and Submission

Please acknowledge your understanding:

☐ I understand that the treatment I receive may or may not align with my preference due to the randomised study design.

☐ I understand I can withdraw my consent at any point without explanation or penalty.

☐ I am aware I will be asked to repeat the PSFS and pain assessment (VAS) immediately after treatment and again one month later.



Signature of Participant: _____________________ Date: ____________

Thank you for your valuable participation!

1

I confirm that I have read and understood the information provided about the study and the nature of High-Velocity Thrust (HVT).

2

I understand and accept that I may or may not receive the type of treatment I prefer

Consent can be withdrawn at any time
3

I confirm that I have no known contraindications to receiving osteopathic treatment and specifically HVT

4

I agree to participate in this study.

Preference for or against receiving HVTs

5

How strongly do you prefer receiving HVTs in your treatment?

Personal Information

6

Full Name

7

Address

8

Contact number

9

Email address

10

7. Briefly describe your primary musculoskeletal complaint

(location, duration, intensity, diagnosis if known)

All information will be securely stored in accordance with GDPR regulations and accessible only by the researchers.

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