Educating Patients on Returning to Sexual Activity Following Total Hip Arthroplasty

The objective of this study was to establish patient concerns and preferences on how to educate patients on return to sexual function following total hip arthroplasty (THA).This is a cross sectional study design. In phase 1, patients who underwent THA between 2013 –2017 at our center were sent an anonymous online survey to evaluate their experience in returning to sexual activity. In phase 2, patients scheduled for a unilateral or bilateral THA were given a questionnaire that evaluated the educational tool developed from Phase 1. Descriptive statistics and chi-squared tests were used to analyze the data. In phase 1, the overall response rate was 38% (n = 64/167). Patients sexually active prior to THA were 5.3 times more likely to want information on this topic. Patients selected the informational pamphlet as the best method of delivering information (p = .04). In phase 2, the response rate was 55% (n = 30/55). Overall, 90% of patients thought the pamphlet addressed all their concerns, and 93% felt they were provided information on how to obtain more information on this subject. Patients sexually active prior to THA are more interested in receiving information on return to sexual activity. Educational pamphlets may be useful in clinical practice for providing information.
Source: Sexuality and Disability - Category: Disability Source Type: research