Next, brainstorm keywords to search for sources. Pick out the keywords from your question, and consider synonyms, related ideas, etc.
Example: What physical therapy interventions reduce pain for diabetics with peripheral neuropathy?
Possible search terms from the example above:
diabetic, diabetes, diabetics,
neuropathy, peripheral neuropathy, neuropathies
interventions, physical therapy, PT
feet, toes, hands, fingers, extremities, limbs
pain, reduce pain, walking, gait, balance
This is a critical step in research. Brainstorm your terms. Write them down. Review subject terms from items in the catalog. Add to the list as you go. Perform several searches. Research is an iterative process.
This form will help you to format your question using the PICO process and brainstorm search terms related to your question.