ArticleJournal of occupational and environmental medicine2021
Improving Outcomes for Work-Related Concussions: A Mental Health Screening and Brief Therapy Model.
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- Economic burden of adult mild traumatic brain injury in the United States: a scoping review of healthcare-related charges and costs.Lancet regional health. Americas · 2026Review
- Feasibility trial protocol assessing the use of aerobic exercise to promote recovery from work-related concussion.PloS one · 2025Article
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Abstract
objectiveThis study assessed the efficacy of a neurocognitive screening evaluation and brief therapy model to improve RTW outcomes for workers who experienced mild head injuries.
methodsPatients referred were evaluated using a neurocognitive and psychological screening battery. Work-focused cognitive behavioral therapy was provided when appropriate, addressing the role of negative emotional adjustment and functional sleep disturbance in prolonging recovery.
resultsAverage time to RTW was 7 weeks post-evaluation, despite workers being off an average of 10 months between injury and referral dates. Overall, 99% were released to full-duty work without restrictions or accommodations.
conclusionsThis study demonstrates the favorable outcomes achieved via a structured, clinically driven program for workers who experience head-involved injuries, validating previous research on the importance of recognizing the role of psychological factors in prolonging concussion recovery.
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