Calibrating and adjusting expectations in life: A grounded theory on how elderly persons with somatic health problems maintain control and balance in life and optimize well-being.

Aim: This study aims at exploring the main concern for elderly individuals with somatic health problems and what they do to manage this.

Method: In total, 14 individuals (mean=74.2 years; range=68-86 years) of both gender including hospitalized and outpatient persons participated in the study.