‘Beyond broken bones’: the hidden impact of depression on orthopaedic patients-the silent struggle

Authors

  • Arjun Ganesh Department of Orthopaedics, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher education and Research, Porur, Chennai, India
  • M. Mohan Kumar Department of Orthopaedics, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher education and Research, Porur, Chennai, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2455-4510.IntJResOrthop20232013

Keywords:

Broken bones, Depression, Orthopaedic patients

Abstract

The recognition of the interplay between physical and mental health is of increasing importance in the management of orthopaedic patients. Orthopaedic patients not only encounter physical impairments but also mental health complications such as anxiety and depression. While orthopaedic surgeons traditionally focus on the physical aspects of patients' recovery, recent studies have highlighted the significant impact of psychological factors on functional outcomes and quality of life; thus, necessitating a comprehensive treatment approach.

References

Breazeale S, Conley S, Gaiser EC, Grey M. Anxiety Symptoms After Orthopedic Injury: A Systematic Review. J Trauma Nursing. 2021;28(1):46-55.

Kumar S, Verma V, Kushwaha U, Hynes EJC, Arya A, Agarwal A. Prevalence and association of depression in in-patient orthopaedic trauma patients: A single centre study in India. J Clin Orthop Trauma. 2020;11:S573-7.

Becher S, Smith MC, Ziran BH. Orthopaedic Trauma Patients and Depression. J Orthop Trauma. 2010;28(10):e242-6.

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Published

2023-06-29

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