Association of Physical Fitness With the Work Ability of Aging Workers With Physically Demanding Jobs in a University Hospital in Thailand.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A decrease in physical fitness with age can impact work ability. Exploring the role of physical fitness is important for identifying interventions to enhance work ability among aging workers. We sought to determine the association between physical fitness and physically demanding work ability in aging workers.

Methods

We recruited workers aged 45-65 years from eight departments of a university hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. Work ability was assessed using the work ability index (WAI), and physical fitness components were evaluated through various tests. Associations between work ability and physical fitness were examined using a multivariable regression analysis.

Results

The response rate was 46.4% (n = 216). The mean WAI score was 41.6. Participants

SUBMITTER: Hanvoravongchai J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11410491 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature