From: The nordic maintenance care program: patient experience of maintenance care—a qualitative study
Subcategories | Categories | Themes | Dimension |
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It made my pain go away | Free of pain—moving and performing better | Care that improves quality of life! | When maintenance care is of high value |
Enables me to stay well over time | |||
My physical abilities have improved | |||
Stimulated healthier behaviors | |||
Allows me to enjoy life | Makes me feel great! | ||
Helps me with my emotions, thoughts and boosts my self confidence | |||
Avoiding sick-leave | I don´t want to be off work | ||
Being more productive at work | |||
Readily available care | It fits into my life | Care that is structured, accessible and appreciated! | |
Time efficient and effective treatment | |||
Small invested effort and no hassle | |||
Societal or employer reimbursement | |||
Regular visits offered continuity & motivation | A form of care: framework for regularity and support | ||
It created a feeling of reassurance | |||
Complements other health actions | Important piece of the puzzle | ||
A sense of professional, caring and personal relationship | The competent clinician providing for great doctor-patient rapport | Care that is patient-centered! | |
Provided me with information, guidance and education |