Table 2.

Overview of the results

	Themes
	Ambiguous roles challenge possibilities for moving on	Uncertain knowledge base weakens self-management	Perceived barriers and enablers for ending sick leave
Categories	The influence of demands and responsibilities	Understanding available information to make healthy decisions	The importance of time
	The significance and authority of the physician	Deficiency of knowledge	Managing everyday activities
	The impact of roles in the workplace		The importance of support and recognition
	The need for coordination and continuity		Personal characteristics