The clinical application of self-efficacy theory in the rehabilitation of elderly patients with total knee replacement

Objective To evaluate the effects of self-efficacy theory in the rehabilitation of elderly patients with total knee replacement.Method Twenty-six elderly patients(45 knees) with total knee replacement were randomly divided into two groups.In addition to routine nursing,the self-efficacy theory was applied in the rehabilitation of patients in the experimental group.The General Self-Efficacy Scale(GSES) and HSS knee joint grading criteria were used to assess the patients before and at one month and three months after the treatment.Result The scores of GSES and HSS were significantly higher in the experimental group than that of control group at one month and three months after the treatment(P0.05).Conclusion The application of self-efficacy theory in the rehabilitation of elderly patients with total knee replacement can motivate the patients' potential,increase their self-confidence,improve the rehabilitation outcomes and promote the recovery of knee joint function.