quality appraisal tools

Quality appraisal tools are systematic methods used to evaluate the reliability and validity of research studies. They help determine if a study’s design, methods, and reporting are sound enough to draw trustworthy conclusions. Think of them as checklists or criteria that reviewers use to assess factors like bias, accuracy, and relevance. These tools ensure that decisions or summaries based on research are based on solid, credible evidence, supporting better research, policy, and practice.