Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Flail Chest-II01:26

Flail Chest-II

184
Managing flail chest, a condition characterized by a segment of the chest wall moving independently from the rest of the thoracic cage, requires a comprehensive approach. It includes a thorough assessment of the patient's condition, a diagnostic evaluation to determine the extent of the injury, and the implementation of appropriate medical interventions tailored to the individual's needs.
Assessment:
1. Clinical Evaluation:
History:
184
Classification of Illness01:17

Classification of Illness

7.5K
The meaning of illness is individualized to each person who experiences an alteration in health. In contrast, disease is a medical term indicating a pathological change in the structure and function of the body or mind. It is a condition that has specific symptoms and boundaries.
An illness is a response to a disease in which the person's level of functioning is changed compared with a previous level. The general classification of illness includes acute and chronic.
Acute illness is severe...
7.5K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Exploring the Applicability and Relevance of the Seven Principles for Successful Return to Work in Practice: A Qualitative Analysis of the Perspectives of Disability Managers, Case Managers, and Return-to-work Consultants.

Journal of occupational rehabilitation·2026
Same author

"Missing Mobility": Perspectives of North American Firefighters on the Risks and Causes of Work-Related Shoulder Disorders: A Qualitative Study.

Journal of occupational rehabilitation·2025
Same author

Quality of life measures for people following stroke: a structured content review.

Quality of life research : an international journal of quality of life aspects of treatment, care and rehabilitation·2024
Same author

Bridging the Gap: Understanding Patient and Clinician Preferences When Designing Preoperative Education Programs.

Journal of evaluation in clinical practice·2024
Same author

Research should advance the quintuple aims of better patient experience and outcomes, improved provider work role experience, cost efficiency and equity.

Journal of hand therapy : official journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists·2024
Same author

Assessing the validity of a wearable shoulder motion tracking system through comparison with dartfish in patients undergoing shoulder joint replacement surgery.

Biomedical physics & engineering express·2024

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 11, 2025

Biomechanical Changes Related to Low Back Pain: An Innovative Tool for Movement Pattern Assessment and Treatment Evaluation in Rehabilitation
06:28

Biomechanical Changes Related to Low Back Pain: An Innovative Tool for Movement Pattern Assessment and Treatment Evaluation in Rehabilitation

Published on: December 13, 2024

543

Exploring Canadian Career Firefighters' Understanding of the Return-to-Work Process After Musculoskeletal Injuries.

Shannon C Killip1, Joy C MacDermid2,3,4, Nijaanth Thayalan5

  • 1School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, 1400 Main Street West IAHS 403, Hamilton, ON, L8S 1C7, Canada. killips@mcmaster.ca.

Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation
|November 8, 2023
PubMed
Summary

Firefighters often lack knowledge of return-to-work (RTW) procedures, facing varied experiences with injury recovery and light duties. Clear policies and suitable treatments are crucial for safe return to avoid re-injury.

Keywords:
FirefightersInjuryMusculoskeletal disordersQualitative descriptionReturn-to-work

More Related Videos

Back Mechanical Sensitivity Assessment in the Rat for Mechanistic Investigation of Chronic Back Pain
05:10

Back Mechanical Sensitivity Assessment in the Rat for Mechanistic Investigation of Chronic Back Pain

Published on: August 30, 2022

2.8K
Biomechanical Testing of Murine Tendons
10:09

Biomechanical Testing of Murine Tendons

Published on: October 15, 2019

13.5K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 11, 2025

Biomechanical Changes Related to Low Back Pain: An Innovative Tool for Movement Pattern Assessment and Treatment Evaluation in Rehabilitation
06:28

Biomechanical Changes Related to Low Back Pain: An Innovative Tool for Movement Pattern Assessment and Treatment Evaluation in Rehabilitation

Published on: December 13, 2024

543
Back Mechanical Sensitivity Assessment in the Rat for Mechanistic Investigation of Chronic Back Pain
05:10

Back Mechanical Sensitivity Assessment in the Rat for Mechanistic Investigation of Chronic Back Pain

Published on: August 30, 2022

2.8K
Biomechanical Testing of Murine Tendons
10:09

Biomechanical Testing of Murine Tendons

Published on: October 15, 2019

13.5K

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Firefighter Safety
  • Musculoskeletal Injury Management

Background:

  • Firefighting is physically demanding, increasing injury risk and work absences.
  • Effective return-to-work (RTW) procedures are vital for timely and safe reintegration of injured firefighters.
  • Understanding firefighter perspectives on RTW is essential for improving current practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore firefighters' understanding of workplace RTW procedures.
  • To identify perceived facilitators and barriers to RTW among firefighters.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative descriptive study involving 38 Canadian career firefighters.
  • Semi-structured interviews were conducted.
  • Inductive coding and thematic analysis were used to analyze interview transcripts.

Main Results:

  • Significant variation exists in firefighters' knowledge and experiences with RTW processes.
  • Accessible medical resources and suitable light duties are key facilitators for recovery.
  • Pressures to return too soon and the heavy physical demands of the job act as barriers.

Conclusions:

  • A notable gap in knowledge regarding RTW policies and procedures exists among firefighters.
  • Clear RTW policies, targeted treatments, and the ability to perform essential duties are necessary for safe return.
  • Returning to full duty prematurely increases the risk of further injury.