The influence of optimism on functionality after total hip replacement surgery

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Abstract

Among other factors, optimism has been shown to significantly influence the course of some diseases (cancer, HIV, coronary heart disease). This study investigated whether optimism of a patient before a total hip replacement can predict the functionality of the lower limbs 3 and 6 months after surgery. A total of 325 patients took part in the study (age: 58.7 years; w: 55%). The functionality was measured with the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities arthrosis index, and optimism with the Life Orientation Test. To analyse the influences of age, gender and optimism, general linear models were calculated. In optimistic patients, functionality improved significantly over time. The study showed a clear influence of dispositional optimism on the recovery after total hip replacement in the first 3 months after surgery.

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Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1758-1767
Number of pages10
JournalJournal of health psychology
Volume21
Issue number8
Publication statusPublished - 1 Aug 2016
Peer-reviewedYes

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PubMed 25609405

Keywords

Sustainable Development Goals

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Keywords

  • functionality, optimism, pessimism, recovery after total hip replacement, WOMAC