Suffering out of sight but not out of mind - interpreting experiences of sick leave due to chronic pain in a community setting: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Chronic pain is a complex health problem affecting about one-fifth of the European population. It is a leading cause of years lived with disability worldwide, with serious personal, relational and socioeconomic consequences. Chronic pain and sick leave adversely affect health and quality of life. Thus, understanding this phenomenon is essential for reducing suffering, understanding the need for support and promoting a rapid return to work and an active lifestyle. This study aimed to describe and interpret persons' experiences of being on sick leave due to chronic pain.

Design

A qualitative study with semistructured interviews analysed using a phenomenological hermeneutic approach.

Setting

Participants were recruited from a community setting in Sweden.

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SUBMITTER: Lundin A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10106073 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature