Evaluating a new framework for rehabilitation and sick leave management in primary care
A Structured Framework for Assessment of Rehabilitation and Sicklisting (STARS) in Primary Care - Evaluating Effects, Professionals' and Patient Experiences of STARS
This study is testing a new approach called STARS to see if it can make the process of managing rehabilitation and sick leave better for patients with mental health issues and muscle pain in primary care settings.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Region Östergötland Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Norrköping) |
| Trial ID | NCT05655962 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This multicenter study investigates the effectiveness of a structured framework called STARS for assessing rehabilitation and sicklisting in primary care settings. Nine intervention centers implementing STARS will be compared to matched control centers that follow standard care practices. The study employs both qualitative and quantitative measures to evaluate the impact of STARS on patients, healthcare staff, and organizational processes. The aim is to improve the clarity and effectiveness of the sick listing process, addressing common mental disorders and musculoskeletal pain that often lead to sick leave.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 18-65 who are currently sick-listed due to mental or musculoskeletal disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not understand Swedish or are unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the rehabilitation process for patients on sick leave, leading to better health outcomes and reduced uncertainty in care.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach is innovative, similar frameworks have shown promise in improving rehabilitation processes in other healthcare settings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Patients: * age ≥18 years; * sick-listed due to ICD-diagnoses: F00-F99 (mental/behavioral disorders), M00-99 (musculoskeletal pain), R52 (non-specified pain), U08.9, U09.9 or U10.9 (codes related to COVID19); * have received rehabilitation coordination performed by a RECO Health care professionals: - Health care professionals involved in the sick-listing process of the patients at the health care center. Exclusion Criteria: Patients: * inability to understand Swedish; * incapacity to give informed consent; * protected identity Health care professionals: - Health care professionals not involved in the sick-listing process of the patients at the health care center.
Where this trial is running
Norrköping
- Region Östergötland — Norrköping, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hanna I Larsen — Region Östergötland
- Study coordinator: Hanna I Larsen, PhD, MD
- Email: hanna.israelsson.larsen@regionostergotland.se
- Phone: 0046 73 8317008
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.