How pre-surgery checkups affect anxiety
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a detailed checkup before surgery can help reduce anxiety in people having orthopedic (bone or joint) surgery. It may help you feel calmer and better prepared for your operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are having orthopedic surgery (surgery on your bones, joints, or spine) that is either planned or needed soon (but not an emergency).
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- Your physical health is classified as ASA I, II, or III (a standard measure of how fit you are for surgery).
- You are able to understand and sign a consent form.
- You do not have a history of mental illness (like depression) and do not have limitations that make it hard to understand information.
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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