title: Analyzing the barriers and supports of knowledge translation using the PEO model.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Knowledge translation is a current and growing force in Canada's health care environment.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  The intent of this paper is to examine current research related to barriers and facilitators of knowledge translation relevant to occupational therapy from the perspective of the person-environment-occupation (PEO) model.
  
  
  RESULTS
  Minimum competency and best practice are established drivers of research use in occupational therapy. Knowledge translation is not only complementary to these established drivers but offers a valuable contribution to the profession. Current research offers insight into the facilitators and obstacles of knowledge translation in occupational therapy, and the PEO model provides a framework for this analysis.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Several influences across different levels of the practice system may facilitate or hinder knowledge translation. Awareness of the current research related to these influences, in concert with an awareness of individual circumstances, is an essential precursor to developing more effective knowledge translation strategies.
authors.affiliation: Department of Neuroscience, The University of Lethbridge, 4401 University Drive, Lethbridge, AB, Canada, T1K 3M4. megan.metzler@uleth.ca
authors.forename: Megan J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Metzler
authors.forename: Gerlinde A
authors.initials: GA
authors.lastname: Metz
mesh_terms: D055317:Evidence-Based Practice; D006801:Humans; D017146:Models, Organizational; D009788:Occupational Therapy; D011361:Professional Competence