Abstract
Purpose: To evaluate whether a work-related aftercare programme is more beneficial in improving work ability than the conventional rehabilitation aftercare programme. Methods: The study is conducted as a randomised controlled trial in 11 German outpatient rehabilitation centres. Included were employed patients with severe limitations in work-related functioning at the beginning of their orthopaedic aftercare. Participants were randomised to either the conventional rehabilitation aftercare or the intensified work-related rehabilitation aftercare. The primary outcome is the patient’s work ability as measured by the Work Ability Index. Secondary outcomes are, amongst others, health-related quality of life and sick leave duration. Results: Recruitment was completed in February 2013 with 307 patients included. Conclusion: This study protocol describes the rationale and methods of the trial. The study will provide evidence if dissemination of a modified work-related rehabilitation aftercare programme can be recommended.
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