Responses from round 1, rating whether the content of a leaflet should be based around the four headings identified by Selkowitz et al11 (1=strongly disagree, 5=strongly agree)
| Heading | Mean | SD | CV (%) | Agreement (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Normal anatomy of the spine | 4.3 | 1.1 | 26 | 81 |
| 2. Anatomy of disc herniation and the surgery following it | 4.4 | 1.1 | 25 | 89 |
| 3. Strategies on how to protect your back | 3.9 | 1.6 | 41 | 86 |
| 4. Frequently asked questions | 4.4 | 1.0 | 23 | 76 |
CV, coefficient of variation.