This research aims to identify the role of psychological and social factors in recovery after ACL reconstruction.
Preoperative assessment of psychological and social factors in patients undergoing ACL reconstruction.
Evaluation of self-reported outcomes post-surgery.
Psychological factors significantly affect recovery outcomes in patients post-ACL reconstruction.
Social support correlates with increased self-reported recovery outcomes.
Abstract
Identifying psychological and social factors preoperatively can help clinicians better understand which patients may be at risk for lower self-reported outcomes.