Evidence-informed decision about (de-)implementing return-to-work coordination to reduce sick leave: a case study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Coordination of return to work (RtW) is implemented in many countries, but a Cochrane review found no considerable effect on workers' sick leave compared to usual care. The aim of the study is to analyse how the evidence from this review can be used for decisions about (de-)implementing RtW coordination in a country-specific setting, using Finland as an example.

Methods

We conducted a systematic literature search and online survey with two groups of experts to compare interventions included in the Cochrane review to Finnish RtW practice using content analysis methods. We applied the evidence-to-decision (EtD) framework criteria to draw conclusions about (de-)implementing RtW coordination in Finland, including benefits, harms and costs of the intervention compared

SUBMITTER: Tikka C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8842546 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature