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Work Limitation (work + limitation)

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Dynamics of work limitation and work in Australia

HEALTH ECONOMICS, Issue 6 2010
*Article first published online: 5 JUN 200, Umut Oguzoglu
Abstract This paper examines the impact of self-reported work limitations on the labour force participation of the Australian working age population. Five consecutive waves of the Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey are used to investigate this relationship. A two-equation dynamic panel data model demonstrates that persistence and unobserved heterogeneity play an important role in work limitation reporting and its effect on labour force participation. Unobserved factors that jointly drive work limitation and participation are also shown to be crucial, especially for women. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. [source]

Impact of musculoskeletal and medical conditions on disability retirement,a longitudinal study among construction roofers

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE, Issue 6 2010
Laura S. Welch MD
Abstract Background To assess the intersection of work demands, chronic medical and musculoskeletal conditions, aging, and disability, we initiated a longitudinal study of construction roofers who were current union members between the ages of 40 and 59. Methods Participants were asked about the presence of medical conditions and musculoskeletal disorders; the Work Limitations Questionnaire, the SF-12, and other validated assessments of social and economic impact of injury were included. Results Factors at baseline that predicted leaving for a health-related reason were older age, lower physical functioning, work limitations, and having missed work. Those who left roofing for a health-related reason were much more likely to have a lower economic score at the 1 year interview. Conclusions Medical and musculoskeletal conditions are strongly associated with work limitation, missed work, and reduced physical functioning; these factors are also associated with premature departure from the workforce. Am. J. Ind. Med. 53: 552,560, 2010. © 2010 Wiley-Liss, Inc. [source]

Dynamics of work limitation and work in Australia

HEALTH ECONOMICS, Issue 6 2010
*Article first published online: 5 JUN 200, Umut Oguzoglu
Abstract This paper examines the impact of self-reported work limitations on the labour force participation of the Australian working age population. Five consecutive waves of the Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey are used to investigate this relationship. A two-equation dynamic panel data model demonstrates that persistence and unobserved heterogeneity play an important role in work limitation reporting and its effect on labour force participation. Unobserved factors that jointly drive work limitation and participation are also shown to be crucial, especially for women. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. [source]

Impact of musculoskeletal and medical conditions on disability retirement,a longitudinal study among construction roofers

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE, Issue 6 2010
Laura S. Welch MD
Abstract Background To assess the intersection of work demands, chronic medical and musculoskeletal conditions, aging, and disability, we initiated a longitudinal study of construction roofers who were current union members between the ages of 40 and 59. Methods Participants were asked about the presence of medical conditions and musculoskeletal disorders; the Work Limitations Questionnaire, the SF-12, and other validated assessments of social and economic impact of injury were included. Results Factors at baseline that predicted leaving for a health-related reason were older age, lower physical functioning, work limitations, and having missed work. Those who left roofing for a health-related reason were much more likely to have a lower economic score at the 1 year interview. Conclusions Medical and musculoskeletal conditions are strongly associated with work limitation, missed work, and reduced physical functioning; these factors are also associated with premature departure from the workforce. Am. J. Ind. Med. 53: 552,560, 2010. © 2010 Wiley-Liss, Inc. [source]