Responding to stakeholder needs to engage rehabilitation professionals in the delivery of evidence-based health programming for adults with osteoarthritis

Chevan, J., et al.; Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences

The purpose of this perspective article was to describe a delivery model that brings one arthritis-appropriate, evidence-based intervention, the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk With Ease program, to older adults seeking physical therapy related to their osteoarthritis. Program delivery was embedded into a Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum using a student health coaching approach and partnering with physical therapy clinics and other community agencies for participant referrals. This model of delivery was found to be cost-effective, sustainable, and provided outcomes that meet the goals of the National Public Health Agenda for Osteoarthritis. In addition, this model has the potential to provide benefits for students in health professions education programs, community organizations and rehabilitation clinics, and adults living with osteoarthritis.

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