Dressing and wound care experiences after hip or knee replacement
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how people care for their surgical wounds and dressings after hip or knee replacement surgery. It aims to learn what helps patients feel more comfortable and confident in their recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are having your first hip or knee replacement surgery (not a repeat procedure or revision).
- You are part of an ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) program, which focuses on helping you recover faster.
- You can read and understand English.
- You do not have a major memory or thinking problem (like dementia) or serious mental illness that would make it hard to understand the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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