Clinical Guidance to Optimize Work Participation After Injury or Illness: The Role of Physical Therapists
Deirdre Daley, Lorena Pettet Payne, Jill Galper, Anthony P. Cheung, Lori Deal, Michelle Despres, Jodan D. Garcia, Frances Kistner, N Mackenzie, Trisha Perry, Christine Richards, Reuben Escorpizo
Abstract
Work rehabilitation refers to the process of assisting workers to remain at work or return to work (RTW) in a safe and productive manner, while limiting the negative impact of restricted work, unemployment, and work disability. The primary purpose of this clinical practice guideline (CPG) is to systematically review available scientific evidence and provide a set of evidence-based recommendations for effective physical therapy evaluation, treatment, and management of individuals experiencing limitations in the ability to participate in work following injury or illness. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2021;51(8):CPG1–CPG102. doi:10.2519/jospt.2021.0303