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| Author/Association: | Hunter DJ, Bowden JL, Hinman RS, Egerton T, Briggs AM, Bunker SJ, French SD, Pirotta M, Shrestha R, Schofield DJ, Schuck K, Zwar NA, Silva SSM, Heller GZ, Bennell KL, and the PST |
| Title: | Effectiveness of a new service delivery model for management of knee osteoarthritis in primary care: a cluster randomized controlled trial [with consumer summary] |
| Source: | Arthritis Care & Research 2023 Jun;75(6):1320-1332 |
| Method: | clinical trial |
| Method Score: | 8/10 [Eligibility criteria: Yes; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: Yes; Baseline comparability: Yes; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: No; Blind assessors: Yes; Adequate follow-up: Yes; Intention-to-treat analysis: Yes; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: Yes. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed* |
| Consumer Summary: | SIGNIFICANCE AND INNOVATIONS: This study provides preliminary evidence for the effectiveness of a remotely delivered, integrated lifestyle and behavior change model on improving physical function for patients with osteoarthritis. It is difficult to unpack which components of the model are most important in achieving greater improvements, but patients reported being more satisfied with their care from the general practitioner (GP) and care support team than with usual GP care alone. |
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