Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0989499]
Researchers:
A/Prof Malcolm Battersby
(Chief Investigator)
,
Dr Susan Gargett
(Chief Investigator)
,
Dr Venerina Johnston
(Chief Investigator)
,
Dr Venerina Johnston
(Chief Investigator)
,
Prof Gwendolen Jull
(Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Does Self Management Increase The Effectiveness Of Vocational Rehabilitation For Chronic Compensated Disorders? Workplace injuries result in human suffering and are costly for those injured, employers and the community. For some, the injury results in a chronic disability, a sense of powerlessness, and unemployment. This study will test whether participation in a 'self-management' program improves health and well-being, decreases pain, results in earlier return-to-work and is a more efficient use of resources than usual care in vocational rehabilitation. Self-management programs have been shown to be effective in helping people manage chronic disabling conditions. By adapting the self-management program for this population it is anticipated that the human and financial burden on individuals and society from chronic injuries will be reduced.
Funding Amount $193,000
Funding Scheme Linkage Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0989499
- ARC : LP0989499