Appendix 1: Codes used for thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews
BODY FUNCTION
ICF category
b110 (Consciousness functions)**
b114 (Orientation functions)**
b130 (Energy and drive functions)
b134 (Sleep functions)
b140 (Attention functions)
b144 (Memory functions)
b152 (Emotional functions)
b210 (Seeing functions)
b230 (Hearing functions)
b240 (sensations associated with hearing and
vestibular function)
b280 (Sensation of pain)
b455 (Exercise tolerance functions)
b730 (Muscle power functions)
b770 (Gait pattern functions)
ACTIVITIES AND PARTICIPATION
ICF category
d230 (Carrying out daily routine)
d410 (Changing basic body position)
d415 (Maintaining a body position)
d475 (Driving)
d450 (Walking)
d460 (Moving around in different locations)
d465 (moving around using equipment)
Reported code
Black out
Fainted
Problems with orientation
Decreased appetite
Sleep more
Problems concentrating
Problems with memory
Cautious
Depression
Embarrassment
Fear and anxiety
Concerns about falls
No control
Perception of movement
See flash
Vision change
Bothered by noise
Dizziness, imbalance, lightheadedness,
nausea, spinning, and vertigo
Headache
Fatigue
Weak legs
Slowed down
Reported code
Debilitating
Need to stop in the middle of activities
Not active
Problems bending over
Problems looking up
Problems standing
Problems turning head
Trouble moving head with body
Need to lie down
Need to sit
Need to stabilize self
Reduced ability to drive
Problems walking
Move too quickly
Problems with stairs
Need walker/cane
D640 (Doing housework)
d845 (Acquiring, keeping, and terminating a
job)
d740 (Formal relationships), d750 (Informal
social relationships), d760 (Family
relationships)
d920 (Recreation and Leisure)
Problems with housework
Problems maintaining job
Isolation
Reduced ability to travel
Reduced participation relative to
expectations
ENVIRONMENT
ICF category
Reported code
e310 (Immediate family), e315 (Extended
Need help with daily activities
family), e320 (Friends), e340 (Personal care
providers and personal assistants)
** Not present in the Vertigo Comprehensive Core Set
ICF: International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health Framework