Social media and online survey: Tools for knowledge management in health research

Abstract

Intro: This paper outlines the design, dissemination and recruitment of participants into a global online survey examining perceptions regarding the value of social media for chronic pain self-management. Building on literature supporting the use of online survey in health research design, we outline the step-by-step process involved in creating this survey and also discuss how use of social media as a distribution channel may significantly impact participant recruitment. Methods: We designed the online survey using Survey Monkey. After the initial survey design phase we consulted a survey expert and statistician to refine the instrument before obtaining ethics and piloting the survey. Recru..