The Importance of Perceived Relevance: A Qualitative Evaluation of Patient's Perceptions of Value and Impact Following a Low-Intensity Group-Based Pain Management Program.

ABSTRACT: Background and objectives: Limited evidence exists exploring perceptions of which aspects of a pain management program are perceived as valuable and impactful. The aim of this study was to explore patient beliefs about which aspects of a pain management program were valued and/or had perceived impact. Materials and Methods: One-on-one structured interviews were conducted with 11 adults three months after their completion of the Spark Pain Program at Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia. Concepts in the transcripts were inductively identified and explored, utilizing thematic analysis to better understand their relevance to the study aim. Results: Four themes emerged: (1) "The program overall was positive, but…"; (2) "I valued my improved knowledge and understanding of pain, but…"; (3) "I va

SUBMITTER: Pate JW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7826549 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature