Interdisciplinary intervention (GAIN) for adults with post-concussion symptoms: a study protocol for a stepped-wedge cluster randomised trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Persistent post-concussion symptoms (PCS) are associated with prolonged disability, reduced health-related quality of life and reduced workability. At present, no strong evidence for treatments for people with persistent PCS exists. Our research group developed a novel intervention, "Get going After concussIoN (GAIN)", that incorporates multiple evidence-based strategies including prescribed exercise, cognitive behavioural therapy, and gradual return to activity advice. In a previous randomised trial, GAIN provided in a hospital setting was effective in reducing symptoms in 15-30-year-olds with PCS 2-6 months post-injury. In the current study, we describe the protocol for a trial designed to test the effectiveness of GAIN in a larger municipality setting. Additionally, w

SUBMITTER: Næss-Schmidt ET 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9338593 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature