Table 4 Summary table of qualitative interviews post exercise intervention
Subjects | Responses |
|---|---|
Expectations | Getting fitter More mobility Gaining strength |
Valuation | 8 patients valued therapy well to very well 1 patient did not like the exercise intervention 1 patient stated to benefit more from own movement |
Positive experiences | Improvement of strength, mobility, stability Ability to walk or stand again Feeling physically and mentally better after the exercise intervention |
Negative experiences | Muscle soreness Mental setbacks because something did not work out as expected Experiences of exceeding the physical limit |
Changes through exercise | No changes in mood, fatigue, or pain as result of the intervention |