Patient expectations before spine surgery
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study looks at what patients expect before having spinal surgery. It may help improve how doctors support you before and after the operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled for spinal surgery (not an emergency).
- You can read and understand Danish.
- You do not have dementia or other cognitive problems that affect memory or thinking.
- You do not have a current alcohol or drug dependence.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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