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Hinders for continued work among persons with fibromyalgia
Kaisa Mannerkorpi1, Gunvor Gard
1Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation Research, Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden. kaisa.mannerkorpi@rheuma.gu.se
BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
|June 13, 2012
Summary
Women with fibromyalgia (FM) face work disability due to health issues like limited physical capacity and increased rest needs. Adjusting work tasks and environment is key for continued employment in fibromyalgia patients.
Area of Science:
- Occupational health
- Rheumatology
- Psychosomatic medicine
Background:
- Work disability is prevalent among women diagnosed with fibromyalgia (FM).
- Understanding the specific health problems and work-related challenges contributing to this disability is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the health problems and work-related difficulties that hinder continued employment for women with fibromyalgia.
- To identify factors influencing work retention for this demographic.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative study employing focus group interviews with 27 employed women with FM.
- Content analysis of transcribed interviews to identify key themes and challenges.
Main Results:
- Major health problems included limited physical capacity, increased stress, and a greater need for rest.
- Key work-related demands involved physical, psychosocial, and organizational aspects.
- Personal and family factors influenced coping strategies for managing health and work demands.
Conclusions:
- Limited physical capacity and the need for rest significantly challenge women with FM in managing work demands.
- Modifications to work tasks and the work environment are critical determinants of sustained employment for women with fibromyalgia.
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