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Research projects

Implementing Early Workplace-based preventive Interventions for Pain-related Disability

About this project

Project information

Project status

Completed

Contact

Steven J. Linton

Research subject

Research environments

This study focused on an early, preventive system for musculoskeletal pain in the work place. Participants will be identified early via screening and provided a unique CBT program. In addition, supervisors will also be provided with a short intervention. The results were evaluated in a randomized controlled trial.

Main publication

Linton, S. J., Boersma, K., Traczyk, M., Shaw, W., & Nicholas, M. (2016). Early workplace communication and problem solving to prevent back disability: results of a randomized controlled trial among high-risk workers and their supervisors. Journal of occupational rehabilitation26, 150-159.

Research funding bodies

  • The Swedish Social Insurance Agency (Försäkringskassan)