The Victoria Assistive Devices and Coach (VADAC) study.

Published in: Canadian journal of public health = Revue canadienne de sante publique (2022)

Peer coaches alone and in combination with assistive devices demonstrated several positive outcomes for older persons with chronic conditions that lasted at least 90 days. The program can enhance effectiveness of care provided by general practitioners.

Keyphrases

quality improvement
healthcare
randomized controlled trial
systematic review
palliative care
physical activity
middle aged
adipose tissue
insulin resistance