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Recovering from COVID-19 - A Process Characterised by Uncertainty: A Qualitative study
Marie Engwall1, Karin Törnbom2, Hanna C Persson3
1Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg; Department of Health Science, University West, Trollhattan.
Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine
|August 17, 2022
Summary
Patients experienced a challenging COVID-19 recovery with persistent fatigue and energy loss impacting daily life six months post-discharge. Many faced setbacks, requiring diverse coping strategies for ongoing health challenges.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
- Patient Experience
Background:
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) can lead to prolonged recovery periods.
- Understanding the long-term impact on patients' daily lives is crucial for effective support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences of patients six months after hospital discharge for COVID-19.
- To understand the ongoing recovery process and its consequences on everyday life.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative explorative study utilizing individual, semi-structured interviews.
- Purposive sampling of 15 working-age participants with persistent symptoms post-hospitalization.
- Inductive thematic analysis of transcribed interviews.
Main Results:
- Recovery is a non-linear process with frequent setbacks.
- Persistent symptoms, particularly fatigue and lack of energy, significantly limited daily activities.
- Patients employed various strategies to manage symptoms and aid recovery.
Conclusions:
- The study provides insight into the complex, individual experiences of COVID-19 recovery.
- Unexpected and unpredictable symptoms can emerge during the post-discharge recovery phase.
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