Can traditional bonesetters become trained technicians? Feasibility study among a cohort of Nigerian traditional bonesetters

Can traditional bonesetters become trained technicians? Feasibility study among a cohort of Nigerian traditional bonesetters

Abstract Background Traditional bonesetters (TBS) provide the majority of primary fracture care in Nigeria and other low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). They are widely patronized and their services are commonly associated with complications. The aim of the study was to establish the feasibili...

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Main Authors: Ndubuisi Onu Onyemaechi, Ijeoma Uchenna Itanyi, Paulinus Okechukwu Ossai, Echezona Edozie Ezeanolue
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-03-01
Series:Human Resources for Health
Subjects:
Traditional bonesetters
Orthopaedic surgeons
Formal training
Feasibility
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12960-020-00468-w

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