The increasing popularity of the telephone interview as a research method may be a
reflection of broader social change and technological advances, with increased use and …

Studies that systematically search for and synthesise qualitative research are becoming
more evident in health care, and they can make an important contribution to patient care. Our …

This study sought to explore the impact of the psychological variables anxiety and
depression, on pain experience over time following surgery. Eighty-five women having major …

The prevalence and burden of pain has long been reported as problematic. Comprehensive
pain education in undergraduate programmes is essential for developing knowledgeable, …

Aims. Within a gynaecological surgical setting to identify the patterns and frequency of anxiety
pre‐ and postoperatively; to identify any correlation between raised anxiety levels and …

Background Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain is one of the most predominant types of pain and
accounts for a large portion of the primary care workload. Aim To systematically review and …

Background Studies that systematically search for and synthesise qualitative research are
becoming more evident in health care, and they can make an important contribution to patient …

Purpose: Many people suffer from musculoskeletal (MSK) pain. This pain often has no medical
explanation and does not go away. Some people find it so devastating that at times they …

• This study uses a qualitative approach to explore patients' expectations and experiences of
pain, factors contributing to the effective/ineffective management of their pain and strategies …

BACKGROUND: Biopsychosocial management of non-specific back pain in general practice
has been problematical, with frequent inappropriate referral for imaging and secondary …