Paulina Wegrzynek

Which strategies best promote return to work for employees sick-listed with

chronic pain?

Psychologically and physically safe work is good for the health and wellbeing of most

people including those living with pain. Chronic pain remains the second biggest reason for

work absence, and is economically and psychologically costly to employees, employers, and

governments. But what works for return to work when people have chronic pain? This talk

outlines findings from my doctoral research with return to work stakeholders (employees

with chronic pain, occupational health doctors, occupational therapists and occupational

health nurses) about their perspectives on the most effective strategies to promote return

to work among employees with ongoing pain.