Biopsychosocial multivariate predictive model of occupational low back disability.

Study Design: To establish outcome, 253 workers with subacute and chronic low back conditions were assessed with a comprehensive multimethod biopsychosocial protocol at baseline, 3 days after the initial examination, and 3 months later.

Objective: To validate empirically a biopsychosocial model for prediction of occupational low back disability.

Summary Of Background Data: Costs of low back occupational disability continue to spiral despite stabilization of low back injury rates.

Are components of a comprehensive medical assessment predictive of work disability after an episode of occupational low back trouble?

Study Design: One hundred fifty-nine subacute low back work-injured patients completed a full medical assessment at baseline. A full repeat examination was performed 3 months later, when return-to-work status was determined.

Objective: To determine the prognostic value of a comprehensive medical assessment for the prediction of return-to-work status.