Implementation of the HiBalance training program for Parkinson's disease in clinical settings: A feasibility study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Translating evidence into practice requires adaptation to facilitate the implementation of efficacious interventions. A novel highly challenging balance training program (HiBalance) was found to improve gait, balance, and physical activity in persons with Parkinson's disease (PD) in an earlier randomized controlled trial. This study aimed to describe the adaptation process and feasibility of implementing the HiBalance program for PD within primary healthcare settings.

Method

Feasibility was assessed in terms of study processes and scientific evaluation. Nine persons with mild-moderate PD were enrolled in this pre-post feasibility study. The dose of the original program was adapted by reducing therapist-led training sessions from three to two times weekly. Outcome

SUBMITTER: Joseph C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6085912 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature