Table 8.
Themes and Representative Quotes from Qualitative Evaluation (N = 30).
| Providing a standardized format for lymphatic exercises |
| • “The model is easy to follow & gives a standardized
format for proper maneuvers.” • “It is very helpful in ensuring one does the exercises properly. Additionally, the feedback is very helpful.” |
| Having a control over the training |
| • “I had control over the exercises and could repeat them if
I did not perform them well.” • “Ability to follow along independently.” |
| Effectiveness of training |
| • “It really clearly showed me how to do the exercises and
where I was making errors.” • “The exercises were thoroughly explained: Not only the how but the why. The feedback was immediate so you can clearly tell if you were doing them correctly.” • “I like the fact that it tells you if you are doing the exercises correctly.” • “I like the correction when I do the exercise. Now, I know how to do this correctly.” • “It really help me to adjust into correct position of my shoulder (a difficult task for me).” • “It is very helpful in ensuring one does the exercises properly. Additionally, the feedback is very helpful.” • “Step by step instructions on each exercise and its immediate feedback.” • “Exercises were clearly explained. Illustrations also clear. Immediate feedback helpful.” • “The interaction with the model and viewing my own body at the same time was fun.” • “I like everything about it, I think the system as a whole is quite perfunctory. I think it is a well-designed system for someone living with lymphedema such as me.” |
| Effectiveness of the lymphatic exercises |
| • “I think it’s great and effective. I can feel the positive
difference within minutes of doing the
exercises.” • “I am more than satisfied because the movements help me to stretch out tightness and relieve pain.” • “I like it. For breast cancer survivors, we can follow the program and see the videos that are easy to follow with no problem. Good for practicing exercises.” • “The exercises are very helpful.” • “Useful exercises.” |
| Ease of use |
| • “It is good and easy to follow and I like it that is shows
how you are breathing etc.” • “Easy to use and immediate feedback was given.” • “It was easy to follow.” • “I like everything, it was pretty straightforward.” |