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  • 1School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work, University of Manchester, UK. gretl.mchugh@manchester.ac.uk

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  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Patient Experience Research
  • Qualitative Health Research

Background:

  • Total hip replacement (THR) is a common procedure for hip osteoarthritis.
  • Quantitative studies show high patient satisfaction, but qualitative insights into patient experiences are limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the lived experiences of individuals following a total hip replacement (THR).
  • To assess whether patient expectations were met after undergoing THR.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative study nested within a larger longitudinal study (n=215) on THR outcomes.
  • Purposive sampling of 25 individuals interviewed 6 months post-THR.

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  • Participants (aged 48-82) experienced disability and some had unrealistic recovery expectations.

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  • Challenges included diminished confidence, frustration with slow progress, and reduced physical function.

    • Conclusions:

    • Patients need opportunities to discuss THR expectations to avoid "false optimism".
    • Post-THR support needs are often underestimated by both patients and healthcare professionals and require review.