Benefits of implementation of preoperative education classes for hip and knee arthroplasty

Conclusions: The preoperative education class resulted in alleviation of surgery-related anxiety. The number of patient phone calls to the office were fewer in the joint education group compared with the comparison group, which suggested better understanding about anticipated postoperative experience. The class provided benefits for patients, healthcare providers, and the clinic. Level of Evidence: Level III.
Source: Current Orthopaedic Practice - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Special Focus: Education Source Type: research