The rehabilitation experiences of Māori who were still reporting disability 24 months after an injury resulting in hospitalisation were investigated in a qualitative study involving in-depth kanohi ki te kanohi (face-to- face) interviews with 12 participants. Disability after injury impacted many aspects of life beyond the physical impact and included impacts on relationships and employment. Participants expressed feelings of boredom, unfulfillment and frustration with dependence on others. The impacts of injury were ongoing with some lasting beyond completion of rehabilitation.
