Optimism and pessimism are antithetically associated with post-operative knee function in patients’ undergoing total knee arthroplasty - Summary - MDSpire
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Optimism and pessimism are antithetically associated with post-operative knee function in patients’ undergoing total knee arthroplasty
To assess the impact of dispositional optimism and pessimism on self-reported pre- and post-operative joint function in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA), highlighting its significance in improving patient outcomes.
Key Findings:
Optimistic patients reported better post-operative knee function compared to pessimistic patients throughout the first post-operative year, with statistical significance (p-value).
The study included 933 TKA patients, with 740 providing complete data for analysis.
Interpretation:
Dispositional optimism is positively associated with post-operative outcomes in TKA, suggesting that psychological factors play a significant role in recovery and satisfaction, with implications for clinical practice.
Limitations:
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Conclusion:
Enhancing patients' optimism may improve post-operative satisfaction and function in TKA, highlighting the importance of psychological factors in surgical outcomes and the need for further research.
