The use of dedicated interpreter services for post-operative care following total knee replacement: A pilot randomised controlled trial.
The effectiveness of additional interpreter sessions post total knee surgery on impairment, self management and quality of life in Greek speaking patients versus usual care: A pilot randomised controlled trial.
St Vincent's Health Melbourne
44 participants
Aug 1, 2011
Interventional
Conditions
Summary
The aim of this study is to investigate whether providing dedicated Greek interpreter services to patients for post-operative care improves health status and self management outcomes compared to usual care for patients who undergo total knee replacement.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria1
- Greek speaking and undergoing total knee replacement
Exclusion Criteria1
- Complications during surgery that require increased length of stay (eg fractures), previous joint replacement surgery and inability to give informed consent.
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Interventions
In the intervention group, four additional interpreter sessions of up to 90 minutes will be available in the post operative period; inclusive of the acute inpatient stay and sub-acute care (Hospital in the Home (HITH) visits or inpatient rehabilitation or post-acute/community care). Interpreter sessions will be available to be used up to 1 month post-operatively. All members of the multidisciplinary team will be notified of the interpreter’s attendance, to maximize utilization of the interpreter by each member of the team.
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ACTRN12611000911998