[Impact assessment of arthrosis education programs].
TWO COMPLEMENTARY APPROACHES: Education programs are an integral part of the treatment of osteoarthritis and should include information of prognosis as well as advise on lifestyle and/or use of antalgesics. They should also constitute a structured educational approach with the objective of reaching a certain level of comprehension.


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The efficacy of educational programs is difficult to demonstrate. However, results of recent evaluations based on the best methodological criteria should be helpful in defining optimal methods for patient education.
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Service de rhumatologie, Hôpital Cochin, 75014 Paris.
D006801:Humans; D010003:Osteoarthritis / Q000628:therapy*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D015397:Program Evaluation