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Development and Measurement of the Effects of a Digital Education Solution for Patients Undergoing Total Hip or Knee Arthroplasty
Sponsor: Haute Ecole de Santé Vaud
Summary
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a digital patient education solution, CHUVeduc@home, in improving preoperative preparation for patients undergoing total hip or knee arthroplasty. In Switzerland, many patients receive joint replacements each year to relieve osteoarthritis-related pain. With shorter hospital stays, adequate preparation before surgery has become increasingly important. A total of 160 patients will be randomized into two groups: Intervention group: access to CHUVeduc@home before surgery. Control group: standard preoperative preparation (group information session and consultation). All participants will complete questionnaires through the application. No additional visits are required. The intervention lasts approximately 12 weeks. The primary goal is to determine whether digital education increases patient knowledge, confidence, and satisfaction, and facilitates recovery and return home after surgery. Participation is voluntary and can be withdrawn at any time.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
160
Start Date
2026-02-15
Completion Date
2027-02-28
Last Updated
2026-01-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Digital Preoperative Education with CHUVeduc@home
The intervention consists of a personalized digital education program delivered through the CHUVeduc@home mobile application, integrated within the existing CHUV@home platform. The application is available to patients 2 to 6 weeks prior to surgery and provides: * Educational modules covering postoperative recovery, pain management, rehabilitation, and discharge planning. * Quizzes and knowledge tests to reinforce patient understanding. * Practical advice sheets for concrete preparation. * Individualized pacing and guidance tailored to patient needs. * Notifications prompting completion of study questionnaires. The goal of the intervention is to improve patient health literacy, reduce preoperative anxiety, increase confidence, and facilitate recovery and return home after total hip or knee arthroplasty.
Standard Care Pathway
The main steps include: * Consultation with the surgeon * Group information session * Preoperative consultation * Hospital stay for surgery * Discharge and return home * Telemonitoring with CHUV@home after surgery * Postoperative follow-up visit at 6 weeks Participants in this group also use the CHUV@home application to complete study-specific questionnaires; however, they do not receive any additional educational content prior to surgery.
Locations (1)
University Hospital of Lausanne CHUV
Lausanne, Canton of Vaud, Switzerland