A pioneering care programme through which people with Parkinson's are supported in managing and monitoring their condition at home has been shown to have benefits for patients and care teams, according to a new study.
New research, published in the Journal of Parkinson's Disease, assessed the state of health and experiences of people after six months of being cared for under a new Home Based Care programme.
It found that their symptoms were stable, they felt more listened to by - and able to seek help from - health professionals, and reported a far greater sense of autonomy and empowerment than they had under previous treatment programmes.
The quality of care provided to patients was also found to have met 93% of the national audit standards developed by Parkinson's UK.
Based on the findings, the team who developed the approach say they are now exploring ways in which the NHS can roll the programme out nationally, thanks to funding from NHS England's Digital Health Partnership Award.
The development of the Home Based Care pathway was initiated by researchers based at the University of Plymouth and the Department of Neurology at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, with support from The Health Foundation and Parkinson's UK.
It has also been guided throughout by discussions with people living with Parkinson's, their families and carers, to ensure it meets their needs and priorities.
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