Mindfulness interventions for military patients after knee surgery
SMART Embedded Intervention for Military Postsurgical Engagement Readiness
This study tests if mindfulness programs can help military patients recover better after knee surgery and reduce their need for pain medication.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Utah Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Fort Sam Houston, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT05050409 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to optimize the use of mindfulness-based interventions for military patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA). It will evaluate the effectiveness of a brief preoperative mindfulness session and an intensive 8-week mindfulness program in improving postoperative musculoskeletal health and reducing chronic opioid use. The study will also identify patient characteristics that influence the effectiveness of these interventions. Conducted across multiple Military Health System sites, it seeks to enhance recovery outcomes for TKA patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are military personnel scheduled for unilateral total knee arthroplasty who are TRICARE beneficiaries.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments, recent contralateral knee surgeries, or current cancer diagnoses may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve recovery and reduce opioid dependence for military patients after knee surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using mindfulness interventions for pain management, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Scheduled to undergo unilateral total TKA at one of the study sites * TRICARE beneficiary * Facility with the English language that is adequate to complete study procedures. Exclusion Criteria: * Cognitive impairment preventing completion of study procedures, * Formal mindfulness training (e.g., MBSR, MBCT) * Severe, active suicidality * Contralateral TKA in the past 3 months or planned contralateral TKA during the study * Current cancer diagnoses.
Where this trial is running
Fort Sam Houston, Texas
- Brooke Army Medical Center — Fort Sam Houston, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Rachel Mayhew
- Email: rachel.j.mayhew.ctr@mail.mil
- Phone: 253.968.2911
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.