Beyond the Pain: An Occupational Perspective on Knee Osteoarthritis

摘要: Total knee replacement (TKR) is an increasingly common surgery among individuals with osteoarthritis (OA). The outcomes of this are positive; yet, many do not fully resume their pre-TKR occupations. Literature limited to describing the activity changes that occur but does investigate significance those changes. A secondary analysis eight purposively extracted transcripts from a primary study examining engagement in instrumental activities daily living and personal social roles people OA scheduled for was conducted. thematic approach used examine experiences these occupational perspective. Three themes were identified: (1) OA: it more than just knee, (2) gradually losing my identity, (3) too much—a “tipping point.” findings suggest unique across affect decision surgery.