Table 7.

Qualitative Evaluation of TOLF from breast cancer survivors in the ongoing Randomized Clinical Trial (Fu et al., 2016).

1. Summary of themes Thirty-three participants who completed the RCT provided unanimous highly positive qualitative feedback.
Themes	Representative quotes
Skills building	** It made me realize that I can manage the loss of strength in my right arm and may be able to manage the numbness and tingling. I will be able to help myself. ** Being on this study allowed me to do something for myself, really take care of myself and focus on being healthy. ** It helped me realize that I had excess fluid. My arms got lighter each time I did the exercises. My arms began to feel less heavy. It noticed it in my clothes as well.
Perceived ease	** This is a very easy study and the videos helped to complete the exercise. ** I can repeat & review particular sections whenever and wherever I want. ** I like the fact that I can go to the site at any time even when I travel. ** The [lymphatic] exercises were easy and could be completed anywhere. According to my measurements there was a decrease in fluid. That was good news. ** The exercises were easy to do and remember. If I noticed my arm was more stiff than usual, I would do the exercises more and they helped. ** It is not about whether I can do it (self-care) or I feel I can do it. The breathing and pumping exercises (daily lymphatic exercise) are easily to do and I feel better after doing them. So, I do it every day.
Perceived effectiveness	** I personally feel the exercises helped with the pain. ** The exercises made my arm feel a lot better. ** The exercises really helped increase my range of motion and was effective for decreasing my pain. I do the exercises every day. ** The exercises definitely helped reduce pain and increase mobility. ** The exercises really helped increase my range of motion and was effective for decreasing my pain. I do the exercises every day.
Psychological benefits: fear and anxiety relief	** It afforded me the opportunity to feel better about myself. I was actually doing something to alleviate the anxiety about having symptoms and now I feel more in control of managing my physical and mental state.
Enjoy doing the exercises	** I enjoyed the exercises! ** The exercises that I have been doing in this study helped me to gain strength and mobility in my arm even after I stopped physical therapy. I also found the exercises fun and enjoyable.