Perceptions of people with Parkinson's and their caregivers of falling and falls-related healthcare services- a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Falls are common in Parkinson's disease, and a recognised research priority. Falls lead to physical and psychological morbidity in people with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers, however, those with cognitive impairment/ dementia and caregivers have often been excluded from previous studies. This qualitative study explored how people with Parkinson's disease and their family caregivers understood and experienced falling and healthcare services relating to falls prevention and management.

Methods

A varied and purposive sample of 20 people with Parkinson's disease (40% confirmed or suspected cognitive impairment/ dementia) and 18 caregivers took part in semi-structured interviews. Eight people with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers were interviewed as

SUBMITTER: Owen CL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9604942 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature