Publications by authors named "Yousef S Alyousef"

Background: Lower limb osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of disability and can affect an individual's ability to work.

Objectives: To explore Australian physiotherapists' use of work-related interventions in managing patients with lower limb OA, and identify current management practices.

Methods: Physiotherapists with at least two years of experience treating patients with lower limb OA were invited to complete an online survey to understand how physiotherapists manage patients with lower limb OA, specifically regarding interventions related to work.

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Purpose: Pain and disability associated with lower limb osteoarthritis (OA) may contribute to difficulties at work. This study aimed to understand the perspectives of workers with lower limb OA on difficulties, concerns, and coping strategies used at work.

Methods: Twenty-two individuals with lower limb OA who were working in paid employment participated in semi-structured interviews.

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Objective: While osteoarthritis (OA) affects people who are still participating in the workforce, there is limited data about the impact of OA on work. The aim of this study was to compare work participation in individuals with and without lower limb OA.

Methods: This cross-sectional study included workers with (n = 124) and without (n = 106) lower limb OA.

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Purpose: Lower limb osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent condition that has a profound impact on an individual's life in several domains, including occupational activities. The objective of this study was to systematically describe and compare work-related outcomes (e.g.

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