Completion of the PainData questionnaire – A qualitative study of patients’ experiences

This study highlighted key barriers to completing the PDq, including challenges related to its design and patients' resources. To address these issues, administrators could simplify the questionnaire. Individual clinics could enhance response rates by improving communication about the importance of patient-reported data, refining invitation strategies, and providing additional practical support. Despite these challenges, completion of the PDq encouraged participants to reflect on critical aspects of chronic pain, including its physical and mental health impacts. While the study provided valuable insights, the limited duration of interviews, due to participant fragility, was a notable limitation.