Why do some arthritis sufferers agree to undergo total joint arthroplasty and others resist it?
Study affirms willingness and education, but not income, as decisive factors. A progressive, destructive joint disease, osteoarthritis (OA) is a major cause of disability worldwide. Total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is a highly successful and cost-effective procedure for managing OA of the hip and knee. Despite this, analyses of hospital records show variations in the rates of TJA by region, gender, race, and socioeconomic status. While these studies tell us about who is undergoing hip and knee replacement surgery, what’s missing is why–a comprehensive, rigorous examination of the predisposing factors affecting TJA rates. => Read more!
