Alice Berry

Other genres’ influence on pop music is one reason love songs may be on the decline. (Illustration by John DiJulio, University Communications)

This study aimed to explore the barriers and enablers to physiotherapist-prescribed rehabilitation exercises for people with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain (RCRSP) and to guide the development of a theoretically informed intervention for people with this condition. Eleven people receiving physiotherapy for RCRSP (M=69 ± 12 years) participated in semistructured interviews. Data were analysed using content analysis, the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). The following barriers and enablers were identified in line with the six themes and assigned relevant TDF domains. (1) The impact of previous knowledge and experience on beliefs, (2) therapeutic relationships, (3) expectations around diagnosis, (4) a long and slow pathway to treatment, (5) patients' experience of doing the home exercise rehabilitation programme and (6) seeing positive outcomes. Patients' beliefs that an investigation was necessary to make a diagnosis are incongruent with clinical guidelines. Several enablers identified that influence adherence to shoulder rehabilitation exercises will inform the development of interventions designed to improve adherence. Our findings highlight the importance of educating patients to alleviate identified barriers to self-management for RCRSP. Furthermore, it underscores the need to train healthcare professionals with the necessary skills to effectively educate patients, specifically about misconceptions and uncertainties about the condition and exercise.

Alumna Linnea Revak has owned Darling x Dashing for nearly 10 years. (Photo by Clara Castle, University Communications)

Math professor Evangelia Gazaki has developed a “cult following” among math majors. (Photo by Matt Riley, University Communications)

Maintaining a balanced diet can be challenging during the holiday season, with all its festive events and tempting food. (Illustration by John DiJulio, University Communications and iStock/Mikhail Seleznev)

Maxine Platzer Lynn was passionate about extending opportunities for women at the University. (Contributed photos)

Following a few tips from a University of Virginia expert can help keep your family gatherings festive and less stressful this holiday season. (Illustration by John DiJulio, University Communications)

Kyle Clements is a man of faith with a passion for his hobbies, from the thrill of riding his motorcycle to the joy of playing the piano. (Left photo contributed; right photo by Matt Riley, University Communications)

Former Director of Jazz Performance John D’earth stands with his trumpet in front of UVA’s Rotunda. He has played the trumpet since he was in grade school. (Photo by Matt Riley, University Communications)

Poetry seems like an unimpeachable expression of human creativity, but a recent study casts doubt on that idea. (Illustration by John DiJulio, University Communications)