Therapeutic Work as a Facilitator for Return to Paid Work in Cancer Survivors

摘要: Purpose The increase of flexible employment in European labour markets has contributed to workers’ risk job loss. For sick-listed workers with chronic illnesses, such as cancer, and especially those without an contract, participation therapeutic work may be important step towards paid employment. purpose this study was determine the role facilitator for return work, a cohort cancer survivors (CSs) contract. Methods In longitudinal study, data were used from Dutch CSs (N = 192), who applied disability benefits after 2 years sick leave. primary outcome measure 1 year. Logistic regression analysis applied. Results Of participating (mean age 50.7 years, 33 % male), 69 % had contract at baseline. participated significantly less (p < 0.001) likely 1 year (p = 0.001), than Participation increased chance (OR 6.97; 95 % CI 2.94–16.51), adjusted age, gender, level having Conclusions could CSs. effectiveness means should studied experimental setting.