Prognostic factors for the effects of two interventions for work-related neck-shoulder complaints: myofeedback training and ergonomic councelling
Journal article, 2008

Aim: To explore prognostic factors for the effects of two interventions (myofeedback training in combination with ergonomic counselling (Mfb/EC) and ergonomic counselling alone (EC)) on discomfort and disability in work-related neck-shoulder complaints. Methods: Thirty-six females completed the interventions. Discomfort and disability were assessed at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and at 3-month follow-up. Potential sociodemographic and psychological prognostic factors were assessed using questionnaires. Data were analysed using multiple regression and general linear modelling. Results: Changes in discomfort were best predicted by baseline discomfort levels. Changes in disability were predicted by baseline disability levels, patient profile, and coping strategy 'ignoring sensations'. A significant difference between the Mfb/EC and EC group was found for coping strategy 'ignoring sensations', which appeared to be a predictor for changes in disability at 3-month follow-up in the Mfb/EC group only. Conclusions: Subjects with high levels of initial discomfort and disability and specific psychological patient profiles benefit most from interventions. Myofeedback training contributes a specific quality to those who ignore pain sensations. © 2007 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

musculoskeletal disorders

computer work

age

Author

G Voerman

Roessingh Research and Development

M Vollenbroek-Hutten

Roessingh Research and Development

Leif Sandsjö

University of Gothenburg

Roland Kadefors

University of Gothenburg

H Hermens

University of Twente

Roessingh Research and Development

Applied Ergonomics

0003-6870 (ISSN) 1872-9126 (eISSN)

Vol. 39 6 743-753

Subject Categories

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Environmental Health and Occupational Health

DOI

10.1016/j.apergo.2007.11.007

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