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Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant

This guide has been developed to introduce OTA/PA students to Humber Libraries' resources and services, and to help with research.

Advanced Research Guide

Advanced Health Sciences Research Guide

The guide provides an introduction to library research.

For tips and information on advanced search strategies and research, visit:

Key Databases

Commonly used databases for allied health research are listed below.

You may also wish to try Humber Libraries' Discover search portal.

CINAHL
Nursing, allied health, medical and drug information
Cochrane Library
Contains high-quality, independent evidence to inform healthcare decision-making.
SPORTSDiscus
490 full text journals in fitness, rehabilitation, sports and sports medicine

OTseeker
Contains abstracts of systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials relevant to occupational therapy.
PEDro
The Physiotherapy Evidence Database comprises over 21,000 randomized trials, systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines in physiotherapy. Citation details and abstracts are given with a link to the full text where possible.

Other Databases

Academic Search Complete
Multidisciplinary resources with excellent nursing and related health information
Health Source: Nursing / Academic Edition
520 fulltext journals in nursing, allied health and pharmaceutical information
ProQuest Nursing & Allied Health Source
470 fulltext journals in nursing, allied health and pharmaceutical information
Science Direct
Includes the Health & Life Sciences and Social & Behavioural Sciences