Generic prognostic factors may assist primary care practitioners to identify those patients with musculoskeletal pain who are at risk of poor outcomes, regardless of the site of their pain.

This follow-up study examined the relationship between the after-hours physical activity of workers and their absences from work due to sick leave.

Return to work programs are more likely to have positive outcomes if participants have a stable relationship with a doctor who is attentive and empathetic, and provide good information about ...

Surveys can help identify factors that will improve RTW.

There is solid research evidence that return to work management programs improve the 'bottom line'.

A self-evaluation tool is described which may assist healthcare professionals to develop self-resilience and equip them to identify, prioritise and achieve personal and professional goals.

Employer reactions can determine RTW outcomes: making workers welcome matters

The current understanding of the occurrence of multiple regional chronic pain syndromes is discussed and concludes more research is needed.

A clinical study has identified that the development and persistence of post-traumatic stress disorder following major trauma is not related to injury severity, but may be associated with factors...

A recent review of the literature has identified the core competencies that are important for effective return-to-work coordination.

This study identified a range of factors that influence when workers with neck and low-back (spine-related) pain take extended sick leave.

What do supervisors think about multidisciplinary vocational rehabilitation programs?

The evidence is in: when employers join workers on the RTW journey, the sky's the limit!

What prevents doctors from applying best clinical practice when issuing certificates for sick leave?

A number of simple initiatives can have a positive impact on timely return to work and decrease costs.

A detailed review of the tasks and role of coordinators