Yotam B Brotman, Peter Malliaras, Melanie K Farlie
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Abstract
Aims: Rotator cuff related shoulder pain (RCRSP) is a prevalent cause of musculoskeletal pain. Patients presenting with this condition often undergo diagnostic imaging. However, many patients appear to have difficulty recalling the nature of their diagnosis. This may impact their rehabilitation outcomes. The aim of this study was to explore peoples' recall of their structural features relating to RCRSP by comparing their recalled description of their condition with the contents of their imaging reports as reported in an online questionnaire. In doing so, we aim to explore the potential emphasis they place on structural features related to their condition.
Methods: This study was a content analysis embedded within a larger survey study published previously. Data containing patients' recall of their diagnosis was used from the study, and analysed using content analysis to quantify content in terms of codes and categories. The aims of frequency, completeness and accuracy of recall were then explored.
Results: The analysis identified eight categories of terminology either recalled by patients or reported in imaging reports. The most frequent categories in reports were tendinopathy (71%) and joint (67%), but only 17% and 36% of participant responses contained these codes, respectively. Participants' completeness of recall compared with their imaging report was 30% on average. In terms of accuracy, only 8 out of 95 participants recalled their diagnoses 100% correctly.
Conclusion: This study indicates that patients have poor overall recall of their RCRSP-related structural features. We contend that participants may have been able to recall what they viewed to be the most prominent structural feature in their imaging findings. It may be important for clinicians to consider the impact of diagnostic labelling, and whether a patient's ability to recall such labelling may have an influence on their outcomes.
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Musculoskeletal Care is a peer-reviewed journal for all health professionals committed to the clinical delivery of high quality care for people with musculoskeletal conditions and providing knowledge to support decision making by professionals, patients and policy makers. This journal publishes papers on original research, applied research, review articles and clinical guidelines. Regular topics include patient education, psychological and social impact, patient experiences of health care, clinical up dates and the effectiveness of therapy.
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