Effectiveness of a blended multidisciplinary intervention for patients with moderate medically unexplained physical symptoms (PARASOL): A cluster randomized clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In patients with moderate Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms (MUPS), interventions focusing on both physical and psychological aspects are recommended. A proactive, blended and integrated physical therapy and mental health nurse intervention (PARASOL) might reduce complaints, stimulate self-management and prevent chronicity.

Objective

To investigate short- and long-term effectiveness of the PARASOL intervention compared to usual care on subjective symptom impact and quality of life in patients with moderate MUPS.

Methods

We conducted a cluster randomized clinical trial. The 12-week intervention integrated face-to-face sessions with the physical therapist and mental health nurse and access to a web-based program consisting of graded activity, exercise

SUBMITTER: van Westrienen PE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10079131 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature