(218) Resilience Factors may Buffer Cellular Aging in Individuals with and without Knee Pain

Telomere length, a measure of cellular aging, is negatively associated with chronic pain severity and serves as an indicator of overall system functioning.  While psychological resilience factors such as optimism, acceptance, positive affect and active coping have been associated with lower levels of clinical pain and greater physical functioning, it is unknown whether resilience may buffer against telomere shortening in individuals with chronic pain. Additionally, a broader conceptualization of resilience that includes biobehavioral and social factors may improve our understanding of the relationship between resilience, chronic pain, and health outcomes.
Source: The Journal of Pain - Category: Materials Science Authors: Source Type: research