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Pain Acceptance in Chronic Postoperative Pain: Concept Analysis
Sajini M Thekkel1, Constance M Johnson2, Meagan Whisenant2
1Cizik School of Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX.
Summary
Pain acceptance improves psychological well-being and quality of life for patients experiencing chronic postoperative pain (CPOP). This approach helps reduce opioid misuse and enhances recovery, even with persistent pain.
Area of Science:
- Pain management research
- Psychological well-being
- Postoperative recovery
Background:
- Chronic postoperative pain (CPOP) affects many surgical patients.
- Pain acceptance is a strategy to improve outcomes.
- Prevalence of CPOP varies based on surgery, genetics, and psychosocial factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the concept of pain acceptance.
- To examine its contribution to psychological well-being.
- To explore its role in reducing opioid misuse and enhancing quality of life in CPOP patients.
Main Methods:
- Concept analysis using Walker and Avant's framework.
- Literature search of PubMed, Web of Science, and CINAHL.
- Inclusion of 16 adult-centered studies (2009-2024).
Main Results:
- Identified key attributes of pain acceptance: open-mindedness, present orientation, self-acceptance, and endurance.
- These attributes guide the understanding of pain acceptance.
- Analysis of 16 publications informed the concept development.
Conclusions:
- Understanding pain acceptance attributes, antecedents, and consequences is crucial.
- Healthcare providers can tailor interventions for CPOP patients.
- Supports evidence-based interventions to improve quality of life for individuals with CPOP.
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