Model System:

TBI

Reference Type:

Journal article

Accession No.:

J81343

Journal:

Brain Injury Professional

Year, Volume, Issue, Page(s):

, 14, 1, 14-16

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Abstract:

Article provides an overview of the CONNECT Trial, designed to test the effectiveness of a novel, complex behavioral intervention provided remotely to improve outcome for individuals hospitalized for traumatic brain injury (TBI). The CONNECT model of care remotely connects the Mayo Clinic’s TBI Model System Center specialty brain rehabilitation resources to underserved populations. The study is being conducted in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota. A community-based, randomized, pragmatic clinical trial design was used to compare a usual care control group to CONNECT intervention. CONNECT targets unmet needs consistently identified by individuals with TBI and their families using specialized brain rehabilitation resources provided remotely by a variety of means, including web-based technology. Establishing and maintaining these connections is expected to improve participation and satisfaction with healthcare. The CONNECT Trial will determine whether partnering remotely with local providers for TBI-related treatment is feasible and effective.

Author(s):

Bergquist, Thomas F. Moessner, Anne M. Brown, Allen W.

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