Psychosocial Support for Pre-operative Pain and Distress

Psychosocial Support for Pre-operative Pain and Distress

The purpose of this randomized study is to determine the impact of three different types of psychosocial support delivered by mental health professionals to pre-operative joint replacement patients. This study will examine the differential effects of brief mindfulness training, hypnostic suggestion, and cognitive behavioral pain psychoeducation for pre-operative patients, with a supplemental nonrandomized usual care comparison group.

Inclusion Criteria:

• English-speaking males or females
• 18 years old or older
• patients within the University of Utah Hospital system
• patients attending the Joint Replacement Academy to prepare for either hip or knee replacement surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

• Altered mental status due to delirium, psychosis, or pharmacological sedation as determined by clinical assessment.