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.
Details
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1758-1767 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Journal of health psychology |
Volume | 21 |
Issue number | 8 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Aug 2016 |
Peer-reviewed | Yes |
External IDs
PubMed | 25609405 |
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Keywords
Sustainable Development Goals
ASJC Scopus subject areas
Keywords
- functionality, optimism, pessimism, recovery after total hip replacement, WOMAC