Reagon, Carly  ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6370-3705
2009.
Using mixed methods to investigate condition management programmes.
Presented at: School of Healthcare Studies Research Conference, Cardiff University,
Cardiff, UK,
20 November 2009.
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Abstract
Introduction:Condition Management Programmes (CMPs) are voluntary schemes that aim to enable recipients of incapacity benefits to better manage their health condition in relation to a return to work. The schemes operate as part of the UK government strategy, ‘Pathways to Work’. Aim:The aim of this research is to investigate the effectiveness of three CMPs in Wales in relation to management of health conditions and moving customers towards work or training. Methods:A mixed method approach is being utilised to collate data from across three sites. This emerging research paradigm bridges the traditional quantitative/qualitative divide by combining techniques within a single study. Qualitative interviews (N=27) with healthcare practitioners, managers, and customers are being used to explore perspectives of involvement in CMP in-depth. Quantitative data collated over 12 months is being used to investigate changes in customer self-ratings of health and activity during the course of CMP. Results:Preliminary results indicate that CMPs positively impact upon customers in terms of building confidence, increasing activity, managing health, and family relationships. This is underpinned by a non-traditional approach to healthcare that is bio-psychosocial and customer-centred in nature. Conclusion:Use of a mixed methods approach enables the research area to be viewed through different ‘lenses’, allowing the construction of a comprehensive case study of this CMP model.
| Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
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| Status: | Unpublished |
| Schools: | Schools > Healthcare Sciences |
| Subjects: | R Medicine > R Medicine (General) |
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| Last Modified: | 24 Oct 2022 10:18 |
| URI: | https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/43790 |
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