Is trait mindfulness associated with pain interference in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty? A prospective cohort study

Key Points

• This research aims to investigate the relationship between trait mindfulness and pain interference in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.
• Prospective cohort design
• Assessment of trait mindfulness in patients
• Evaluation of pain outcomes post-TKA
• Trait mindfulness is associated with pain and function at the time of assessment
• It does not predict longer-term recovery after TKA
• Recommendation for further research on trait mindfulness and pain dynamics in TKA patients