The long and painful path towards arthroplasty: A qualitative study

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serval:BIB_3CD0EDAE44A9
Type
Article: article from journal or magazin.
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Publications
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Title
The long and painful path towards arthroplasty: A qualitative study
Journal
Journal of Health Psychology
Author(s)
Demierre M., Castelao E., Piot-Ziegler C.
ISSN
1461-7277
ISSN-L
1359-1053
Publication state
Published
Issued date
2011
Peer-reviewed
Oui
Volume
16
Number
4
Pages
549-560
Language
english
Abstract
Hip or knee arthroplasty is proposed after osteoarthritis or an accident. It is decided after a long path of pain and decrease in the quality of life. This research explores the period of illness until surgery. Twenty-four semi-structured interviews were conducted one month before surgery and a thematic discourse analysis performed. The diversity and complexity of the patient experience, in a commonly performed surgical intervention underlines important topics, requiring attention in order to improve patient preparations and information prior to arthroplasty: information adapted to individual concerns, needs and representations. Psychological and physical acceptance is necessary for integration of the prosthesis.
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