Table 4. Seven dimensions identified through qualitative analysis.

Dimension	Examples from the verbatim transcripts
Pain sensation characteristics	I have burning pain. I have stabbing and crushing pain. Pain is like electric shock sensations
Pain variations	My pain increases at the end of the day. I have unpredictable peaks of pain
Pain-triggering factors	My pain is increased by wet and cold weather conditions
Pain and physical activity	My pain starts as activity starts
OA-related symptoms	My joint is stiff. My joint swells after exercise
Mood and image	My pain makes me feel isolated and old
General symptoms	My pain is exhausting me. I cannot sleep because of the pain