Abstract
BackgroundThe needs of Chinese patients undergoing home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement surgery remain unclear. In this study, we qualitatively investigated the needs of Chinese patients undergoing home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement surgery.MethodsA total of 21 participants undergoing home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement surgery were included in this study. Individual semi-structured interviews involving all participants were performed to determine the needs and experiences of this patient population during home-based rehabilitation. Data were subjected to qualitative content analysis.ResultsThe patients had numerous needs during rehabilitation. Three substantive themes, namely, the need to obtain health-related knowledge, the need to obtain care and support, and the needs of those who cannot perform self-care, were identified from the qualitative data. The participants shared valuable insights into their needs during home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement and provided potential suggestions.ConclusionsPatients undergoing home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement have several strong needs and lack proper guidance. The initial and continuous engagement of rehabilitation professionals and the establishment of related policies based on patient’s needs are potential approaches for improving the effectiveness of home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement.
Highlights
China’s elderly population is estimated to reach 243 million by 2020 [1]
A total of 21 participants undergoing home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement surgery were included in this study
In China, the national population has entered the stage of rapid aging, and problems associated with aging will intensify in the 30 years [2, 3]
Summary
The needs of Chinese patients undergoing home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement surgery remain unclear. We qualitatively investigated the needs of Chinese patients undergoing home-based rehabilitation after hip replacement surgery. Data Availability Statement: All relevant data are within the paper.
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