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Worker productivity loss associated with arthritis.

Wayne N Burton1, Chin-Yu Chen, Alyssa B Schultz

  • 1Department of Environmental and Occupational Sciences, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Disease Management : DM
|June 13, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Arthritis significantly impacts on-the-job productivity, leading to an estimated $1,250 loss per employee annually. Managing arthritis pain and associated health risks is crucial for reducing these productivity losses.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Rheumatology
  • Health Economics

Background:

  • Arthritis is a prevalent condition affecting a significant portion of the workforce.
  • On-the-job productivity, or presenteeism, is a growing concern for employers.
  • The economic impact of chronic conditions on workplace productivity requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between arthritis and on-the-job productivity (presenteeism) in a large financial services corporation.
  • To quantify the productivity loss attributable to arthritis and identify influencing factors.
  • To inform the development of targeted workplace health interventions.

Main Methods:

  • A modified Work Limitations Questionnaire (WLQ) was administered to 17,685 employees as part of a Health Risk Appraisal (HRA).

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  • Data from 16,651 eligible respondents were analyzed, with 2,469 reporting arthritis.
  • Statistical analysis examined the relationship between arthritis, treatment status, health risks, and productivity domains.

    • Main Results:

    • Employees with arthritis (14.8%) experienced productivity loss across physical, time, mental, and output domains, with the greatest impact on physical tasks.
    • Those receiving arthritis treatment/medication showed an additional 2.5% productivity loss, equating to ~$1,250 per employee annually.
    • Health risks exacerbated productivity loss, with high-risk individuals reporting 7%-10% greater loss compared to low-risk individuals.

    Conclusions:

    • Arthritis is significantly associated with reduced on-the-job productivity and substantial economic costs to corporations.
    • Workplace disease management programs should prioritize pain management and address arthritis-related health risks and comorbidities.
    • Interventions focused on these areas can effectively decrease arthritis-related productivity losses.