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Understanding barriers and facilitators of exercise adherence after total-knee arthroplasty.

Nora BakaaLu Hsi ChenLisa C CarlessoJulie RichardsonHarsha ShanthannaLuciana Gazzi Macedo
Published in: Disability and rehabilitation (2021)
Exercise adherence is a multidimensional, interconnected construct and future research should focus on understanding the factors, particularly health care system, that impact adherence.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONRehabilitation therapists should aim to foster competence and confidence in post-operative rehabilitation by implementing strategies such as positive-reinforcement, goal setting, and increased education regarding the benefits of exercise.Clinical strategies to improve exercise adherence should be implemented both pre-and-post-operatively.Health care providers should clearly discuss post-operative outcomes and expectations (e.g., complications, etc.) with patients prior to surgery.
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