Abstract:

This study aimed to examine the effects of a video-based education program on pain, physical function, and quality of life in patients with total knee replacement and to explore their perceptions of the intervention. In this study, mixed methods were used. The intervention group (n= 40) patients were given the Video Based Education Program, whereas control group patients were given usual care (n=43). Data were evaluated using the WOMAC Index and Short Form-36 Health Survey. Data were collected at the postoperative sixth week and third month. After the quasi-experimental study data were collected, eleven patients were interviewed by in-depth interview method. While statistically significant differences were determined among patients in terms of pain, physical functioning, physical role, social functioning, emotional role, and mental component summary (p<0.05), no significant differences were determined in terms of stiffness, general health, vitality, and physical component summary (p>0.05). Five themes were identified after qualitative analyses. The video education seems to positively affect the participants’ pain, physical function, and quality of life. Because patients have difficulty in remembering information and need support in applying the taught information, it may be recommended that the education is given to the patients be visual and interactive during the perioperative process.

Keywords: