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  3. Work Disability In Rheumatoid Arthritis: Effects Of Disease, Social, And Work Factors
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  3. Work Disability In Rheumatoid Arthritis: Effects Of Disease, Social, And Work Factors

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Work disability in rheumatoid arthritis: effects of disease, social, and work factors

E Yelin, R Meenan, M Nevitt

    Annals of Internal Medicine
    |October 1, 1980

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    Summary
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    Social and work factors significantly impact work disability in rheumatoid arthritis patients more than disease factors. Job control and self-employment are key to maintaining employment after illness onset.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rheumatology
    • Occupational Health
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) significantly impacts patients' lives, affecting their ability to work.
    • Previous studies often examined disease factors or a limited scope of social/work factors in RA disability.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the relative contributions of disease, social, and work-related factors to disability status in rheumatoid arthritis patients.
    • To investigate the specific work factors influencing continued employment in individuals with RA.

    Main Methods:

    • A structured survey was administered to 180 individuals with rheumatoid arthritis from diverse practice settings.
    • The survey collected data on medical history, work history, social background, and disability status.

    Main Results:

    • Disease stage and duration significantly affected continued employment, while selected therapies showed no positive impact.
    • Social and work-related factors combined had a greater influence on work disability than disease factors.
    • Work factors such as control over work pace/activities and self-employment status were crucial for maintaining employment.

    Conclusions:

    • Workplace environment and social factors play a more substantial role in rheumatoid arthritis work disability than disease severity alone.
    • Job control and flexible work arrangements are vital for enabling individuals with RA to sustain employment.