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The effect of a health promotion intervention for construction workers on work-related outcomes: results from a randomized controlled trial.
- Source :
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International archives of occupational and environmental health [Int Arch Occup Environ Health] 2015 Aug; Vol. 88 (6), pp. 789-98. Date of Electronic Publication: 2014 Dec 07. - Publication Year :
- 2015
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Abstract
- Purpose: The objective of the present study is to investigate the effects of a worksite health promotion intervention on musculoskeletal symptoms, physical functioning, work ability, work-related vitality, work performance, and sickness absence.<br />Methods: In a randomized controlled design, 314 construction workers were randomized into an intervention group (n = 162) receiving personal coaching, tailored information, and materials, and a control group (n = 152) receiving usual care. Sickness absence was recorded continuously in company records, and questionnaires were completed before, directly after the 6-month intervention period, and 12 months after baseline measurements. Linear and logistic regression analyses were performed to determine intervention effects.<br />Results: No significant changes at 6 or 12 months of follow-up were observed in musculoskeletal symptoms, physical functioning, work ability, work-related vitality, work performance, and sickness absence as a result of the intervention.<br />Conclusions: This study shows that the intervention was not statistically significantly effective on secondary outcomes. Although the intervention improved physical activity, dietary, and weight-related outcomes, it was not successful in decreasing musculoskeletal symptoms and improving other work-related measures. Presumably, more multifaceted interventions are required to establish significant change in these outcomes.
- Subjects :
- Absenteeism
Adult
Health Promotion methods
Humans
Logistic Models
Middle Aged
Sick Leave
Construction Industry
Health Promotion statistics & numerical data
Musculoskeletal Diseases prevention & control
Occupational Diseases prevention & control
Occupational Health
Work statistics & numerical data
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1432-1246
- Volume :
- 88
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- International archives of occupational and environmental health
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 25481382
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00420-014-1007-9