Table 1

Indicative interview topic guide content

Background

  • History of MS.

  • The physical, psychological and social impact of MS.

Experiences in iStep-MS trial

  • Drivers for participation.

  • Likes and dislikes of the programme.

  • Expectation vs reality.

  • Changes as a result of the programme.

Taking part in the research

  • Impact/effect of group allocation.

  • Experience of being monitored.

  • Experience of monitoring tools and questionnaires.

  • Interaction with the research team/assessors.

  • MS, multiple sclerosis.