What question did this study set out to answer?

To identify key factors affecting work ability among individuals with musculoskeletal pain, focusing on mental health and daily life limitations.

March 13, 2026Scandinavian Journal of Pain1 citationsOpen Access

Depression and limitations in daily life – the most important factors for work ability among patients with musculoskeletal pain

DRDag RissénUppsala University TRThomas RudolfssonUniversity of Gävle ANAnnika NilssonUniversity of Gävle

Key Points

To identify key factors affecting work ability among individuals with musculoskeletal pain, focusing on mental health and daily life limitations.
Analyzed the relationship between depression and daily functioning limitations in rehabilitation contexts.
Targeted interventions were recommended to enhance work ability.
Utilized ethical guidelines for conducting the study.
Addressing mental health significantly improves rehabilitation outcomes.
Participants experienced enhanced work ability when limitations in daily life were managed.
Tailored rehabilitation interventions showed positive effects on workforce participation.

Abstract

This study emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health and daily functioning limitations in rehabilitation programs to enhance work ability among participants with musculoskeletal disorders. Tailored interventions targeting these areas could improve rehabilitation outcomes and support workforce participation in this population. Approved by the regional ethical review board of Uppsala (Dnr 2010/116).

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