The lead researchers of the TRACTION project - Trials foR heAlth Care inTerventIONs - have announced its successful completion. This groundbreaking initiative, funded by the Fund for Bilateral Relations of the EEA Grants, aimed to implement an integrated network of clinical trials for non-pharmacological interventions in healthcare, such as patient education, health literacy, or the promotion of physical activity.
A highlight of the TRACTION project was the workshop held in May 2023 at Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Lisboa (ESEL), featuring renowned international expert speakers and attracting 18 participants. The workshop provided valuable insights and training on conducting non-pharmacological clinical trials, thereby building research capacity among healthcare professionals.
The lectures from this workshop are now freely available on YouTube, with subtitles in English and Portuguese, making this high-value content accessible to a broader audience.
Another significant outcome was the publication of a scientific manuscript in BMJ Open, further disseminating the project internationally.
All the information about the TRACTION project, including resources, updates, and access to educational materials, is available on its official website. This platform will continue to serve as a hub for knowledge sharing and collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders.
Although the initial phase of the TRACTION project has been successfully completed, the partnership work continues, and the collaborative relationships established between ESEL and the Center for Treatment of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases (REMEDY) in Norway will be further strengthened. The goal is to continue establishing partnerships and future projects that will expand the reach and impact of the TRACTION network across Europe and beyond.