Barriers and facilitators to return to work following cardiovascular disease: a systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative research.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Return to work is a key rehabilitation goal, however, people recovering from cardiovascular disease (CVD) often struggle with returning to work. The aim of this study was to conduct a systematic review and meta-synthesis of the existing qualitative evidence on barriers and facilitators to return to work experienced by people with CVD.

Methods

A systematic literature search was conducted in PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, PsycINFO, Scopus and CINAHL in August 2022. The reference lists of the included articles were searched. The Critical Appraisal Skills Programme was used for quality appraisal and a meta-synthesis was employed.

Findings

This review includes 15 studies of overall high methodological quality. Barriers covered four themes: physical limitations,

SUBMITTER: Andersen EB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9884880 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature