IJSR - International Journal of Scientific Research

Devi Das Verma; Rohit Verma

Volume : VIII, Issue : VIII, August - 2019

The effect of personality in relief of post–operative pain by transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation

Devi Das Verma, Rohit Verma

Abstract :

Introduction: Pain is a complex phenomenon involving psychological as well as physical dimensions. Management of pain in the post–operative period continues to be a significant problem in surgical practice. The current study evaluates the importance of personality traits in affecting pain relief achieved through use of transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS). Method: This parallel group sham controlled study (n=106) assessed impact of TENS in providing pain relief in patients undergoing laparotomy. Personality assessment was conducted pre–operatively and assessed for impact on pain relief. Result: TENS therapy was found to be effective in controlling post–operative pain in 94% participants. No correlation could be observed between type of personality traits and effectivity of TENS. Conclusion: Use of TENS imparts an excellent relief of pain in the post–operative period unaffected by personality traits.