Work capacity assessment and return to work: A scoping review

Work ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 44 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shawna Cronin ◽  
Jamie Curran ◽  
Julie Iantorno ◽  
Kyle Murphy ◽  
Lynn Shaw ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Return To Work ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Work Capacity ◽  
Capacity Assessment ◽  
Work Capacity Assessment

scholarly journals Interpretative accounts of work capacity assessment policy for young adults with disabilities

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (6) ◽  
pp. 885-903 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa Stafford ◽  
Greg Marston ◽  
Amanda Beatson ◽  
Marianella Chamorro-Koc ◽  
Judy Drennan
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Work Capacity ◽  
Capacity Assessment ◽  
Adults With Disabilities ◽  
Assessment Policy ◽  
Work Capacity Assessment

scholarly journals Creating national guidelines for assessing functional and work capacity of recently settled persons

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
M Henriksson ◽  
S Rask ◽  
H Anttila ◽  
H Kuusio
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Work Capacity ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Capacity Assessment ◽  
National Guidelines ◽  
Cultural Assessment ◽  
Online Access ◽  
Work Capacity Assessment

Abstract Problem The measurement of functioning in clinical practice should be systematic and comprehensive. However, different versions of the same functioning measure are used e.g. by physicians, psychologists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. The TOIMIA network of experts aims to harmonize and develop the measuring of functioning in Finland. Description of the problem With increasing immigration to Finland, a specific need for guidelines on how to assess functional and work capacity of recently settled persons was identified. Led by the National Institute for Health and Welfare (mobiTARMO-project, 2017-2020), guidelines for assessing functional and work capacity in the integration phase are in preparation. Results The guidelines on assessing functional and work capacity in the integration phase include four principles: Functional and work capacity assessment should be done with culturally and linguistically appropriate methods.Assessment should be based on shared expertise of the professional and the client.Assessment should be comprehensive, and take into consideration physical, psychological, social and cognitive functional capacity, activities of daily living, and environmental factors.Assessment should be systematic and lead to further actions and necessary services.The national guidelines will be disseminated as free online access material in the Terveysportti health portal to professionals in clinical practice and research. Lessons There are specificities to the cross-cultural assessment of functional and work capacity of recently settled persons. National guidelines can be created through broad collaboration of different organizations, as in the TOIMIA network of experts in Finland. Key messages Jointly agreed principles on how to assess functional and work capacity in the integration phase benefit professionals and clients. National guidelines can be created, disseminated and taken into practice through broad collaboration.

scholarly journals Content Validation of a Practice-Based Work Capacity Assessment Instrument Using ICF Core Sets

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Johan H. Sengers ◽  
Femke I. Abma ◽  
Loes Wilming ◽  
Pepijn D. D. M. Roelofs ◽  
Yvonne F. Heerkens ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Work Capacity ◽  
Assessment Instrument ◽  
Capacity Assessment ◽  
Content Validation ◽  
Core Sets ◽  
Icf Core Sets ◽  
Work Capacity Assessment

Development of a criterion for physical fitness tests from factor analysis results

1965 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 991-999 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. H. Ismail ◽  
H. B. Falls ◽  
D. F. MacLeod
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Exercise Tolerance ◽  
Work Capacity ◽  
Capacity Assessment ◽  
Physical Fitness Test ◽  
Fitness Test ◽  
Fitness Score ◽  
Fitness Tests ◽  
Work Capacity Assessment

The purpose of the study is twofold: 1) to illustrate a method whereby it is possible to combine the various criteria for physical fitness to form one composite criterion and 2) to develop physical fitness test batteries. As a result, a method for combining the various criteria of physical fitness tests into one composite criterion was described. Furthermore, physical fitness test batteries were developed. work capacity—assessment from single criterion; exercise tolerance—factor analysis; composite fitness score Submitted on July 10, 1964

scholarly journals Work capacity assessments – reviewing the what and how of physicians’ clinical practice

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
P Nordling
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Social Security ◽  
Clinical Work ◽  
Work Capacity ◽  
Capacity Assessment ◽  
Final Decision ◽  
Complex Task ◽  
Health Work ◽  
Certification Process ◽  
Work Capacity Assessment

Abstract Background Although a main task in the sickness certification process, physicians’ clinical practice when assessing work capacity has not been thoroughly described. Increased knowledge on the matter is needed to support a better and more reliable certification process. In this review, we aimed to synthesise existing evidence to provide a clearer description of the work capacity assessment as practiced by physicians. Methods Seven electronic databases were searched systematically for qualitative studies examining what and how physicians do when they assess work capacity. Data was analysed and synthesised using qualitative manifest content analysis. Results Twelve articles were included in the review. Results show that physicians seek to form a knowledge base including understanding the condition, the patient and the patient’s workplace. They consider both medical and non-medical aspects to affect work capacity. Accordingly, to acquire and process the information they use both medical and non-medical skills, methods and resources. Medical competence is an important basis, but not enough. Time, trust, intuition and reasoning are also used to assess the patient’s claims and to translate the findings into a final decision. The depth and focus of the information seeking and processing vary depending on several factors. Conclusions The work capacity assessment is a complex task where physicians rely on their non-medical skills to a higher degree than in ordinary clinical work. These skills are highly relevant but need to be complemented with methods to better understand the patient’s work place, as well as theoretical knowledge regarding the intricate associations between health, work and social security. This would further enhance physicians’ competence and confidence, and promote better experiences and practices of the work capacity assessment. Key messages In the complex task of assessing work capacity physicians rely on their non-medical skills to a higher degree than in ordinary clinical work. A better understanding of the patient’s work situation and the intricate associations between health, work and social security would enhance physicians’ competence and promote better assessments.

scholarly journals Work capacity assessment of Nigerian bricklayers

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 263-272 ◽  
Author(s):  
S .O. Ismaila ◽  
K.T. Oriolowo ◽  
O.G. Akanbi
Keyword(s):  
Work Capacity ◽  
Capacity Assessment ◽  
Work Capacity Assessment
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