Coaching Ongoing Momentum Building On stroKe rEcovery journeY ('COMBO-KEY'): a randomised controlled trial protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Systematic reviews reporting self-management interventions are associated with significant improvements in stroke survivors' self-efficacy, health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and independence. However, common barriers such as transportation and availability of carers were identified. Health coaching is suggested as an innovative and cost-effective care model with potential benefits in managing chronic diseases. A randomised controlled trial is proposed to evaluate the effectiveness of an enhanced self-management programme by health coaches on stroke survivors' recovery outcomes.

Methods and analysis

All adult community-dwelling stroke survivors with a modified Rankin Scale Score ≥3 will be recruited from a community rehabilitation network. Eligible participa

SUBMITTER: Lo SHS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6502055 | biostudies-literature | 2019 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature