Fear of movement after spine surgery could have a negative impact on the patient's pain, disability and physical health six months postoperatively, according to a study published in The Spine Journal.
Researchers examined data from 120 patients with 85 percent follow-up six weeks and then six months after surgery. They measured fear of movement with the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia and depression with the Prime-MD PHQ-9.
The researchers found early postoperative fear of movement and depression at six weeks predicted pain intensity, pain interference, disability and physical health at six months after surgery.
The researchers said cognitive and behavioral strategies may be beneficial for postsurgical patients with a fear of movement or depression symptoms.
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