Patients' perceptions of repair, rehabilitation and recovery after major orthopaedic trauma: a qualitative study

Rehabilitation is a complex process of coming to terms with physical and social limitations to normalise a new sense of self. Individuals considered rehabilitation to be their responsibility; however, they needed expert help to know what to do. Physiotherapists were key to getting people back on their feet, and by facilitating physical recovery, physiotherapists were able to have a positive impact on emotional well-being.