Investigating the Impact of Patient Education and Self-Management Programs in Reducing the Burden of Chronic Postoperative Pain: Patient Education and Self-Management Programs in CPSP

Munazzah Aziz; Maryam Iftikhar; Sohaib Haider; Samreen Siddique; Maryam Barkat; Sidra Munawar; Maheen Ejaz; Shaharyar Ahsan

doi:10.54393/pjhs.v6i4.2450

Authors

Munazzah Aziz Department of General Surgery, Akbar Niazi Teaching Hospital, Islamabad, Pakistan
Maryam Iftikhar Department of Surgery, Islamic International Medical College, Islamabad, Pakistan
Sohaib Haider Department of General Surgery, Akbar Niazi Teaching Hospital, Islamabad, Pakistan
Samreen Siddique Department of General Surgery, Pakistan Ordnance Factories Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Maryam Barkat Department of General Surgery, North West Anglia Hospital, Huntingdon, United Kingdom
Sidra Munawar Department of General Surgery, Pakistan Ordnance Factories Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Maheen Ejaz Department of Research and Development, Scientia Nova, Islamabad, Pakistan
Shaharyar Ahsan Department of Research and Development, Scientia Nova, Islamabad, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54393/pjhs.v6i4.2450

Keywords:

Chronic Postoperative Pain, Self-Management Programs, Patient Education, Pain Management

Abstract

Chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP) remains a significant clinical challenge, as many patients experience severe pain after surgery and find conventional management strategies inadequate. These complications adversely affect patients’ quality of life, underscoring the need for effective self-management methods. Objectives: To investigate the impact of Patient Education and Self-Management Programs in reducing the burden of chronic postoperative pain. Methods: A systematic review was conducted of all studies currently published between 2013 and 2023 examining various patient education and self-management interventions for chronic postoperative pain. Data were extracted from relevant studies to assess the effectiveness of these programs across different surgical procedures and follow-up periods. Results: The review indicates that interventions such as structured patient education, relaxation exercises, device-assisted therapies, and telehealth applications show promise in reducing CPSP. Compared to control groups, participants who received these interventions reported superior health outcomes and lower levels of discomfort. The benefits were observed across diverse surgical contexts and timeframes. Conclusions: It was concluded that tailored patient education and self-management programs play a crucial role in alleviating chronic post-surgical pain, enhancing patient satisfaction, and reducing healthcare costs.

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