Study protocol of "CHAPS": a randomized controlled trial protocol of Care Coordination for Health Promotion and Activities in Parkinson's Disease to improve the quality of care for individuals with Parkinson's disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Parkinson's disease, the second most common neurodegenerative disease, is diagnostically defined by motor impairments, but also includes often under-recognized impairments in cognition, mood, sleep, and the autonomic nervous system. These problems can severely affect individuals' quality of life. In our prior research, we have developed indicators to measure the quality of care delivered to patients with Parkinson's disease, and we identified gaps in delivering evidence-based treatments for this population. Effective strategies to close these gaps are needed to improve patient quality of life.

Methods/design

Building on prior research we developed a multi-faceted proactive implementation program called Care Coordination for Health Promotion and Activities in Parki

SUBMITTER: Connor K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4681014 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature