Employment Outcomes: Health Factors and Role of the Physical Therapist

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to determine which factors associated with health, physical activity, and body weight are related to the employment status of individuals with spinal cord injury. The participants (N = 728) were a minimum of 18 years of age and at least 2 years post injury. All data were collected by self-report using the Life Situation Questionnaire-Revised. Perceptions of general health, lifestyle, and endurance, as well as several factors associated with activity tolerance, were significantly associated with employment status. These findings suggest that physical therapists play a role in promoting better employment outcomes.