The Effect of Pain Catastrophizing and Pain Intensity on Postoperative Mobility in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgery: A Prospective Cross-sectional Correlational Study

Key Points

• Postoperative mobility is significantly affected by pain catastrophizing and pain intensity after laparoscopic surgery.
• Patients with higher pain catastrophizing reports exhibit decreased postoperative mobility, showing a correlation with pain intensity.
• Analysis of mobility outcomes included a correlational approach, examining the links between pain factors and recovery.
• Identifying pain factors may enhance recovery strategies, emphasizing the need for addressing psychological aspects in postoperative care.