Table 2 Subthemes from the patient and GP interviews mapped to the domains of capability, opportunity and motivation (COM-B model). Italics indicate the identified subthemes
COM-B domain | Patient themes | GP themes |
|---|---|---|
Capability | Physical Jungle of management strategies | Physical Missing biomedical reassurance |
Psychological Understanding causes of PPS Dealing with uncertainty Timing in bringing PPS into play | Psychological Dealing with uncertainty Timing in bringing PPS into play | |
Opportunity | Physical Time constraints | Physical Lack of resources |
Social Shift in social roles due to PPS GP as a discussion partner | Social Cultural norms in the healthcare system | |
Motivation | Guidance from the GP Need for hope Tracking of symptoms Easy access to self-help strategies | Fewer and beneficial consultations Better prepared for consultations |