Table 3 Overview of themes and areas
| Theme | Conceptual areas |
|---|---|
| Challenges for professionals |
Challenges for professionals in relation to practice Challenges for professionals in relation to research |
| Prerequisites and professionals’ learning can contribute to development of practice |
Prerequisites affecting professionals’ involvement in research Professionals’ involvement increases their interest and engagement in R&D Professionals contribute with their knowledge |
| Integrated knowledge benefits older people |
Bridging the gap between practice and research Applicable research that benefits practice Research that benefits older people |