Rehabilitation of COVID-19 patients in hospital settings during the pandemic: a phenomenological study of Finnish physiotherapists' perspective

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Tykkylainen, Sonja Johanna [1 ]
Tervo, Taru Tuulia [2 ]
Wiklund-Engblom, Annika [3 ]
Wadell, Karin [1 ]
机构
[1] Umea Univ, Dept Community Med & Rehabil, S-90187 Umea, Sweden
[2] Umea Univ, Umea Sch Sport Sci, Umea, Sweden
[3] Umea Univ, Dept Educ, Umea, Sweden
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Covid-19; pandemic; rehabilitation; experiences; perceptions; phenomenology; thematic analysis;
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10.1080/21679169.2024.2367709
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R49 [康复医学];
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100215 ;
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IntroductionThe subjective experiences of healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic have been extensively studied; however, little research has focused on the experiences and perspectives of physiotherapists', especially in the Nordic countries. The aim of this study was to explore the lived experiences and perceptions of physiotherapists regarding the rehabilitation of COVID-19 patients in hospital settings during the COVID-19-pandemic in Finland.MethodsHermeneutic phenomenology was employed as a methodology. Ten physiotherapists were recruited using purposive and snowball sampling. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analysed using thematic analysis.ResultsFour themes were identified: (1) pragmatic development of sensitive rehabilitation practices in a new and confusing working environment; (2) becoming a member of a cohesive team; (3) mixed feelings and reactions when facing the brutality of an unknown disease; and (4) being supported by colleagues but lacking support from the healthcare organisation.ConclusionThe results may benefit healthcare organisations in improving organisational processes for ensuring the wellbeing of physiotherapists during future crises. Concrete actions to support employees could be developed by arranging resources for professional counselling and reflection during and after such crises, and by developing appropriate systems for recognising professional conduct in spite of difficult circumstances.
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