A Randomized Controlled Trial of Decision Aids for Upper-Extremity Conditions

Decision aids (DAs) are tools designed to correct misconceptions, help people weigh the pros and cons of each option, and choose an option consistent with their values. This randomized controlled trial tested the difference in decision regret between patients who reviewed a DA at the end of the visit and those who did not. Secondary study questions addressed differences in pain self-efficacy, pain intensity, satisfaction, physical function, and treatment choice.

Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery - November 7, 2020 Category: Surgery Authors: Iris I.M. Kleiss, Joost T.P. Kortlever, David Ring, Gregg A. Vagner, Lee M. Reichel Tags: Scientific Article Source Type: research