International Journal of Rehabilitation Research · 1994 · 30 citations · 0 references
Public HealthBehavioral SciencesHealth PsychologyOccupational HealthRheumatologyFunctional ImpairmentFunctional LimitationHealth-related Quality Of LifeOccupational StressRheumatoid ArthritisWorking ConditionsActivities LimitationsFunctional Limitations AssessmentFunctional Limitations IndicatorsPain-related Functional ImpairmentPain-related Functional LimitationPain-related InterferenceRheumatoid Arthritis PainSymptom Functional Impact
The focus of this investigation was to determine if health status variables such as pain and functional limitations are correlated with an individual's occupational profile (work, activities of daily living and leisure), and psychological adjustment (depression, anxiety and dissatisfaction with life). This study reports our findings for 143 individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It would appear from the results of this study that functional limitations have an even greater impact on individuals with RA than pain. This findings and its implications are discussed.