dc.contributor.author |
Frecklington, Mike |
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dc.contributor.author |
Williams, Anita |
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dc.contributor.author |
Dalbeth, Nicola |
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dc.contributor.author |
McNair, Peter |
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dc.contributor.author |
Gow, Peter |
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dc.contributor.author |
Rome, Keith |
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dc.date.accessioned |
2019-09-30T03:44:47Z |
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dc.date.issued |
2019-01 |
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dc.identifier.citation |
Journal of foot and ankle research 12:38 Jan 2019 |
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dc.identifier.issn |
1757-1146 |
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dc.identifier.uri |
http://hdl.handle.net/2292/48080 |
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dc.description.abstract |
Background:Footwear is an important concern for people with gout, who often describe difficulty finding suitable footwear. Previous studies have identified footwear as a major concern for people with gout. The aim of this study was to carry out an exploration of the footwear experiences of people with gout. Methods:A qualitative descriptive methodological approach was used for both data collection and analysis. A purposive sampling strategy was adopted with semi-structured interviews conducted, involving 11 participants with gout. Thematic analysis was employed to identify key meanings and patterns within the data. Results:Four key themes derived from interviews included; (1) comfort as a priority, (2) knowing what to buy, (3) knowing what to wear, and (4) challenges of different environments. Footwear comfort was of great importance and linked to characteristics of footwear, with uncomfortable footwear negatively influencing participation in daily activities. The balancing of comfort, appearance and cost, led to less options and reduced confidence when shoe shopping. Footwear use was further limited by the presence of foot tophi and flares, resulting in compromise of footwear choice. Environments such as formal settings and the workplace, led to different footwear requirements. Conclusion:People with gout experience problems with footwear which can impact many aspects of life. Health care professionals should consider these footwear-related issues to help facilitate those with gout in finding appropriate footwear. |
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dc.format.medium |
Electronic-eCollection |
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dc.language |
eng |
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dc.relation.ispartofseries |
Journal of foot and ankle research |
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dc.rights |
Items in ResearchSpace are protected by copyright, with all rights reserved, unless otherwise indicated. Previously published items are made available in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher. |
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dc.rights.uri |
https://researchspace.auckland.ac.nz/docs/uoa-docs/rights.htm |
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dc.rights.uri |
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ |
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dc.subject |
Humans |
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dc.subject |
Gout |
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dc.subject |
Qualitative Research |
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dc.subject |
Shoes |
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dc.subject |
Adult |
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dc.subject |
Aged |
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dc.subject |
Aged, 80 and over |
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dc.subject |
Middle Aged |
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dc.subject |
Patient Satisfaction |
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dc.subject |
Female |
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dc.subject |
Male |
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dc.title |
The footwear experiences of people with gout: a qualitative study. |
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dc.type |
Journal Article |
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dc.identifier.doi |
10.1186/s13047-019-0349-7 |
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pubs.begin-page |
38 |
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pubs.volume |
12 |
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dc.rights.holder |
Copyright: The authors |
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pubs.publication-status |
Published |
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dc.rights.accessrights |
http://purl.org/eprint/accessRights/OpenAccess |
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pubs.subtype |
research-article |
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pubs.subtype |
Journal Article |
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pubs.elements-id |
777339 |
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pubs.org-id |
Medical and Health Sciences |
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pubs.org-id |
School of Medicine |
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pubs.org-id |
Medicine Department |
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dc.identifier.eissn |
1757-1146 |
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pubs.record-created-at-source-date |
2019-07-25 |
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pubs.dimensions-id |
31338128 |
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