Are YouTube videos a sufficient resource for informing patients in the treatment of rotator cuff tears?

Abstract

Background:The aim of this study was to evaluate the information quality of YouTube videos on rotator cuff tear treatment. Material and Method: A YouTube search was performed using the keyword 'rotator cuff tear' to determine the first 100 most watched videos related to rotator cuff tears. A total of 57 videos met our inclusion criteria and were included in the study. Videos were evaluated for information quality by using DISCERN, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), and rotator cuff informational assessment (RCIA) scores. Number of views, time since upload, view rate, number of likes, number of dislikes used to calculate the video power index (VPI) and these criteria were used to determine video popularity. Video length (sec), video source and video content were also evaluated and used for correlation evaluations. Results: The mean DISCERN score was 33.81 (21-56), the mean JAMA score was 3.05 (1-4), and the mean RCIA score was 3.63 (0.5-7.5). Statistical analysis revealed that, independent of the video source and popularity, the videos were informationally poor and inadequate. The only significant correlation was between video length and data source. Conclusion:This present study demonstrated that the quality of information provided by YouTube videos about rotator cuff tear treatment was poor. The generation of survey systems for informational videos and the provision of accurate and thorough informational videos by professional health organizations will be the best ways to inform patients.

Ausência de recursos didáticos de alta qualidade sobre a capsulite adesiva no YouTube

“…Videos uploaded to YouTube do not go through an evaluation process. 3 For this reason, the number of likes and views of the videos can create a quality video perception in patients and cause misinformation. 15 As a result, the number of views of videos that are thought to be beneficial for patients may be less.…”

“…Given that most films are made in accordance with the provider's practice and there is no doctor-patient liability obligation, most providers may feel free to advise viewers about only particular parts of the condition and treatment methods. 3 This may cause patients with adhesive capsulitis to claim that the only treatment method offered is the right option and to request the wrong treatment. The solution to this situation may be to prepare patient information platforms without commercial concerns and to direct patients to these platforms.…”

“…YouTube is not a peer-reviewed platform, thus this development raises questions about the reliability of the information presented in its medical-related videos. 3 Adhesive capsulitis, also known as frozen shoulder, is a common shoulder problem that manifests with progressive loss of glenohumeral motion with pain. 4 This disease is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems seen in orthopaedics.…”

“…Several studies have shown evidence that the educational quality of YouTube videos dealing with orthopaedic diseases is inadequate. 1 2 3 6 7 8 Only one study in the literature examines youtube videos related to adhesive capsulitis. 9 The results of this study were consistent with those of other research.…”

“…O YouTube não é uma plataforma revista por pares e, assim, levanta questões sobre a confiabilidade das informações apresentadas em seus vídeos médicos. 3 A capsulite adesiva, também conhecida como ombro congelado, é um problema comum no ombro que se manifesta com perda progressiva de movimento glenoumeral e dor. 4 Essa doença é um dos problemas musculoesqueléticos mais comuns em ortopedia.…”