Improving Outcomes for Work-Related Concussions: A Mental Health Screening and Brief Therapy Model.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study assessed the efficacy of a neurocognitive screening evaluation and brief therapy model to improve RTW outcomes for workers who experienced mild head injuries.

Methods

Patients 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.

Results

Average 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.

Conclusions

This study demonstrates the favorable outcomes achieved via a struct

SUBMITTER: LeGoff DB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8478320 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature