How patient interactions affect pain and comfort after surgery
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study looks at how interactions between patients and hospital staff affect pain, anxiety, and comfort after arm or leg surgery. By participating, you can help improve care for future patients.
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Who can take part
- You have had surgery on your arm or leg (orthopedic surgery) at a state hospital.
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You stayed in the hospital for at least one night after surgery.
- Your surgery was not an emergency procedure.
- You are able to fill out questionnaires (no language or thinking difficulties).
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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