J A Kopec1, J M Esdaile. 1. Department of Public Health Sciences, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Abstract
PURPOSE: Back pain is a major cause of work disability but there is little data on the impact of back pain among persons who are working. The purpose of this study was to develop a measure of occupational role performance for individuals with back pain and to examine its relationship with sociodemographic and work-related factors. METHOD: Item analysis and reduction resulted in a short, eight-item Occupational Role Questionnaire (ORQ) consisting of two scales, a productivity scale and a satisfaction with work scale. The scales had good internal consistency and correlated as expected with the Roland and Morris Disability Scale. RESULTS: In a multivariate logistic model, significant negative effects on work satisfaction were observed for age 30-39 years relative to age 50+, having a job that required lifting, and the level of disability. CONCLUSION: The ORQ may have applications in studying the consequences of back pain and other chronic conditions in the workplace.
PURPOSE:Back pain is a major cause of work disability but there is little data on the impact of back pain among persons who are working. The purpose of this study was to develop a measure of occupational role performance for individuals with back pain and to examine its relationship with sociodemographic and work-related factors. METHOD: Item analysis and reduction resulted in a short, eight-item Occupational Role Questionnaire (ORQ) consisting of two scales, a productivity scale and a satisfaction with work scale. The scales had good internal consistency and correlated as expected with the Roland and Morris Disability Scale. RESULTS: In a multivariate logistic model, significant negative effects on work satisfaction were observed for age 30-39 years relative to age 50+, having a job that required lifting, and the level of disability. CONCLUSION: The ORQ may have applications in studying the consequences of back pain and other chronic conditions in the workplace.
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