Journal of occupational and environmental medicine
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J. Occup. Environ. Med. · Nov 2009
The association between beliefs about low back pain and work presenteeism.
To examine the influence of beliefs about low back pain (LBP) on reduced productivity at work ("presenteeism") caused by LBP. ⋯ Negative beliefs about LBP are associated with both work absence and reduced work-productivity. Further investigations should examine their potential as a target for educational interventions when considering initiatives to reduce the socioeconomic costs of LBP.