Mindfulness training before joint surgery to improve sleep quality

The Effect of Mindfulness Training Before Primary Total Joint Arthroplasty on Sleep Quality

Not applicable Interventional Colorado Joint Replacement · NCT05295004

This study tests if a short mindfulness meditation session before joint surgery can help patients sleep better after their operation.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment282 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 90 Years
SexAll
SponsorColorado Joint Replacement Academic / other
Locations1 site (Denver, Colorado)
Trial IDNCT05295004 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the impact of a 15-minute Mindfulness Meditation session administered before primary unilateral total joint arthroplasty on patients' sleep quality. The effectiveness will be measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index at 2, 6, and 12 weeks post-surgery. Additionally, the study will assess pain levels and other sleep-related metrics to evaluate the overall benefits of mindfulness training in this surgical context. The hypothesis is that patients receiving mindfulness training will report better sleep quality compared to those who do not.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 90 who are scheduled for primary unilateral total joint arthroplasty.

Not a fit: Patients undergoing simultaneous total joint arthroplasties or those with a history of drug or alcohol abuse may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance sleep quality for patients undergoing joint replacement surgery.

How similar studies have performed: While mindfulness interventions have shown promise in various settings, this specific application in joint arthroplasty is relatively novel and untested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients undergoing primary unilateral total joint arthroplasty at Colorado Joint Replacement
* Between the ages of 18 and 90 years old will be included in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Simultaneous total joint arthroplasty
* Uni-compartmental knee arthroplasty
* Revision surgery for infection, fracture or other indication.
* History of Drug or Alcohol Abuse
* Patients who are unable to present at a standard pre-operative appointment within 4 weeks prior to scheduled surgery will also be excluded, as the MM intervention would not be possible to administer.

Where this trial is running

Denver, Colorado

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Sleep DisturbanceArthropathy
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.