“…Other studies report care needs being prioritised over potentially empowering physiotherapy interventions (Stewart et al, ). Previous studies reporting perceived barriers to physiotherapy interventions were reflected in our data, including altered expectations (Staples & Killian, ), reduced patient motivation (You, Sadler, Majumdar, Burnett, & Evans, ) as well as cognitive, emotional (Buddingh et al, ) and behavioural difficulties (Baert, Gorus, Guldemont, Coster, & Bautmans, ). Participants in this study and those in closely related studies highlighted a need for clarity of the physiotherapist's role through education (Goodwin, ) and clearer communication around the availability and nature of services (Burn, May, & Edwards, ; Greenwood et al, ).…”