Overview
In this study, the effectiveness of a comprehensive training program consisting of pain management, relaxation, breathing, massage and falling components will be investigated in patients with total knee arthroplasty. In this randomized controlled study, the trainings will be offered face-to-face after the initial evaluation and within the scope of telemedicine with prepared videos. The first evaluation will be performed on the first postoperative day and the last evaluation will be performed 3 months postoperatively. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a comprehensive education program consisting of pain management, relaxation, respiration, massage and fall components in patients with total knee arthroplasty.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Participants aged 50 and over
- Participants indicated for unilateral or bilateral total knee arthoplasty
- Individuals to be followed after surgery
Exclusion Criteria:
- Other surgeries
- Individuals with neurological and orthopedic diagnoses
- Individuals with cognitive, hearing, speech and psychiatric problems that prevent them from communicating
- Illiterate individuals
- Presence of malignancy
- Not signing the consent form