Dressing experiences and self-care after hip or knee replacement

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This prospective, observational cohort follows adults undergoing primary total hip or knee replacement who are enrolled in an ERAS pathway and have dressings applied after surgery. The study collects data on adherence to a self-care checklist, patient-reported outcomes about dressing performance and comfort, and the usefulness of post-discharge wound care education. Participants are followed at discharge, 7 days, 12 days, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks post-surgery, with data drawn from routine medical records and study-specific assessments. The aim is to identify wound-related complications and understand patient experiences to inform better post-operative care.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults (18+) undergoing primary total hip or knee replacement
* Enrolled in an ERAS protocol
* Willing and able to provide informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Requiring revision replacement
* Unable to provide informed consent (cognitive disorder such as dementia, psychiatric illness)
* Unable to understand written English

Where it's running

• Nuffield Health Hospital Bournemouth
  Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom Recruiting
• Bournemouth University
  Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Thomas Wainwright — Bournemouth University
• Study coordinator: Tikki Immins
• Email: timmins@bournemouth.ac.uk
• Phone: +441202 962727

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.