Table 3 Comparison of WHOQOL-BREF facet scores before and after treatment
| Â | T statistic for differences in paired means | p value |
|---|---|---|
Domain 1: Physical health | ||
Activities of daily living | 5.30 | < 0.001 |
Dependence on medicinal substances and medical aids | 1.87 | 0.073* |
Energy and fatigue | 5.03 | < 0.001 |
Mobility | 6.33 | < 0.001 |
Pain and discomfort | 3.65 | 0.002 |
Sleep and rest | 7.45 | < 0.001 |
Work capacity | 4.48 | < 0.001 |
Domain 2: Psychological health | ||
Bodily image and appearance | 8.33 | < 0.001 |
Negative feelings | 5.17 | < 0.001 |
Positive feelings | 12.27 | < 0.001 |
Self esteem | 4.46 | 0.001 |
Spirituality/religion/personal beliefs | 6.32 | < 0.001 |
Thinking, learning, memory and concentration | 9.81 | 0.004 |
Domain 3: Social relationships | ||
Personal relationships | 15.26 | < 0.001 |
Social support | 5.09 | 0.003 |
Sexual activity | 5.33 | < 0.001 |
Domain 4: Environment | ||
Financial resources | 1.36 | 0.18* |
Freedom physical safety and security | 6.68 | < 0.001 |
Health and social care: accessibility and quality | 2.61 | 0.015 |
Home environment | 5.31 | < 0.001 |
Opportunities for acquiring new information and skills | 7.54 | < 0.001 |
Participation in and opportunities for participation in recreation/leisure activities | 0.54 | 0.60* |
Physical environment (pollution/noise/traffic/climate) | 17.32 | < 0.001 |
Transport | 4.92 | < 0.001 |