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Table 1 Semi-structured interview guide

From: Living with osteoarthritis is a balancing act: an exploration of patients’ beliefs about knee pain

1. Please tell me about your knee problem from the beginning?

2. How would you describe your pain?

3. What do you think is happening in or around your knee

4. Can you tell me about the things that affect your knee problem?

5. Is there anything that concerns you about your knee problem?

6. How have you found out about what is wrong with your knee?

7. What do you think is the best way to manage your knee problem?

8. What are your expectations for the future with regards to your knee problem?