Meaning unit | Condensed text | Code | Subtheme | Main theme |
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“With exercise I can make the pain go away, or at least reduce it. That’s why I avoid a lot of painkillers.” | Prefer exercise instead of painkillers | Physical activity reduces pain | Physical activity is treatment | Physical activity – medicine for body and mind |
“I tried to ride a bike last autumn but I haven’t tried again now this spring. I don’t think I dare. If something happens unexpectedly, like a noise or someone appearing suddenly, my reaction is very strong.” | I don’t dare to ride a bicycle anymore because something unexpected might happen | Fear of falling | Feelings of insecurity | Physical activity reminds of limitations |
“In the beginning when I couldn’t sit up straight, I thought I’ll never be able to go outside … I’ll be like an old person, just sit [in the wheelchair] and look out the window. That’s how I was in the beginning. But now, I hardly sit at all, I don’t sit all day.” | I was afraid I would be sitting and not be able walk again, but now I hardly sit at all | Avoid wheelchair | Risk factor for impairment and dependence | Sedentary behaviour – risk, rest, and alternative |