Best practices on patient education materials in hip surgery based on learnings from major hip centers and societies
Authors
Parsa A, Prabhavalkar ON, Saeed S, Nerys-Figueroa J, Carbone A, Domb BG
Journal
Journal of Hip Preservation Surgery, 2024
Objective
To evaluate the quality, accessibility, and educational value of online patient education materials (PEMs) related to hip surgery.
Methodology
A review of 69 educational materials (52 articles, 17 videos) from 11 major hip surgery organizations, evaluating readability and educational quality using standardized tools.
Key Findings
- All written PEMs were rated as "good" or higher quality; 23% were rated "excellent."
- Most materials were at a 10th-grade reading level.
- 60% of articles scored high for accessibility.
- Educational videos were also rated well for clarity and usefulness.
Conclusion
Major orthopedic centers and societies provide high-quality, reliable educational materials about hip surgery that are easy for patients to understand, helping them make informed decisions.
What Does This Mean For Patients
You can trust the educational materials provided by leading orthopedic centers and societies, as they are clear, accessible, and based on the best available information, helping you understand your condition and treatment options better.