Evaluation of a multicomponent programme for the management of musculoskeletal pain and depression in primary care: a cluster-randomised clinical trial (the DROP study).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chronic musculoskeletal pain and depression are very common in primary care patients. Furthermore, they often appear as comorbid conditions, resulting in additive effect on adverse health outcomes. On the basis of previous studies, we hypothesise that depression and chronic musculoskeletal pain may benefit from an integrated management programme at primary care level. We expect positive effects on both physical and psychological distress of patients.

Methods

Objective

To determine whether a new programme for an integrated approach to chronic musculoskeletal pain and depression leads to better outcomes than usual care.

Design

Cluster-randomised controlled trial involving two arms: a) control arm (usual care); and b) intervention arm, where patients p

SUBMITTER: Aragones E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4884619 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature