9,925
Participants
Start Date
January 31, 2011
Primary Completion Date
November 30, 2011
Study Completion Date
December 31, 2011
Provision of condition specific shared decision making (SDM) aids only
Subjects are mailed decision aid digital video discs (DVDs) and pamphlets regarding lumbar back, hip osteoarthritis or knee osteoarthritis.
Telephonic outreach and support by Health Coach
Subjects are direct dial attempted by Health Coaches up to three attempts. If contacted, Health Coaches tailor support around health matters of importance to the subjects and to help individuals become active participants in their treatment plans, and make more informed decisions in consort with their health care providers. The number of total contacts is determined by mutual agreement between the subject and the Health Coach. Health Coaches may provide additional educational materials and resources.
Health Dialog, Boston
Lead Sponsor
Health Dialog
INDUSTRY
Foundation for Informed Medical Decision Making
OTHER
University of Massachusetts, Boston
OTHER