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Published on: March 15, 2022
Identifying factors contributing to kinesiophobia in patients post-percutaneous coronary intervention
Lu Chen1, Jiang-Ying Li1, Zhen-Qing Ren2
1Department of cardiology, Taizhou School of Clinical Medicine, The Affiliated Taizhou People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Medical University, Taizhou, 225300, China.
Objective:
This study aims to investigate the factors contributing to kinesiophobia in patients following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
Methods:
Purposive sampling was employed to conduct semi-structured interviews with 14 patients and 4 healthcare professionals who satisfied the inclusion and exclusion criteria, from May 2023 to June 2023. Data were coded, categorized, and thematically analyzed using the Colaizzi seven-step analysis method.
Results:
The factors contributing to kinesiophobia in patients post-PCI were classified into four primary themes: heightened psychological stress, increased uncertainty regarding exercise, reduced self-efficacy, and inadequate support systems.
Conclusion:
Kinesiophobia in patients post-PCI hinders adherence to cardiac rehabilitation protocols. Early identification and analysis of the factors contributing to kinesiophobia can guide the development and implementation of effective intervention strategies.
Clinical Registration Number:
Not applicable.
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