Abstract:Purpose
The purpose of this study was to explore patient’s perception of their disorder.
Design/methodology/approach
This study used a phenomenographical approach within a qualitative research paradigm. A total of 21 patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) were recruited for the study, and data were collected through open-ended face-to-face interviews. The interviews were transcribed and thematically analyzed. The transcribed verbatim was analyzed for themes.
Findings
The themes developed reflected the pati… Show more
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