Abstract
[Purpose] The mental conflicts of a physical therapist (S) tasked with rehabilitation for a terminal stage cancer patient (T) were conceptualized through qualitative analysis, to clarify the true nature of the problem. [Subject] A physical therapist with 3 years experience was the subject. [Methods] Semi-structured interviews were conducted, the verbal content was qualitatively analyzed and interpreted, and a conceptual model created. [Results] S had participated in the therapy program for T, and suffered three mental conflicts: the realization that ultimately T’s life could not be saved, satisfaction and regrets concerning therapy interventions, and the lack of unity in the medical team’s approach. [Conclusion] The mental conflicts of a physical therapist tasked with cancer rehabilitation were clarified.
