Recovery Expectations
The article says surgery was seen as more than pain relief because it could restore social participation, physical activity, and self-determination. Patients viewed surgery as a route to reclaiming life and independence. Patients associate…
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The article says surgery was seen as more than pain relief because it could restore social participation, physical activity, and self-determination. Patients viewed surgery as a route to reclaiming life and independence. Patients associated adherence to rehabilitation protocols with better long-term bone health and functional outcomes. Patients' confidence after deciding on surgery was rooted in trust in healthcare teams and successful peer examples.