@article{ref1,
title="Impact of musculoskeletal and medical conditions on disability retirement-a longitudinal study among construction roofers",
journal="American journal of industrial medicine",
year="2010",
author="Welch, L. S. and Haile, Elizabeth and Boden, L. I. and Hunting, Katherine L.",
volume="53",
number="6",
pages="552-560",
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.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0271-3586",
doi="10.1002/ajim.20794",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ajim.20794"
}