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Effectiveness of phone and e-mail lifestyle counseling for long term weight control among overweight employees

van Wier, M.F. (author), Dekkers, J.C. (author), Hendriksen, I.J.M. (author), Heymans, M.W. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Pronk, N.P. (author), Smid, T. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author)

OBJECTIVES: To determine the effectiveness of a weight-management program with personal counseling by phone or e-mail. METHODS: A randomized controlled trial of a 6-month program comparing two modes of intervention delivery (phone, n = 462; Internet, n = 464) with self-directed materials (control, n = 460), among overweight employees. Change in...

article 2011

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Improving work style behavior in computer workers with neck and upper limb symptoms

Bernaards, C.M. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Simons, M. (author), Knol, D.L. (author), Hildebrandt, V.H. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author), KvL (author)

Introduction: The goal of this study was to assess the effectiveness of a group-based interactive work style intervention in improving work style behavior. Methods: Computer workers with neck and upper limb symptoms were randomised into the work style group (WS, N = 152), the work style and physical activity group (WSPA, N = 156), or the usual...

article 2008

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A systematic review of the relation between physical capacity and future low back and neck/shoulder pain

van Hamberg - Reenen, H.H. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Blatter, B.M. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

The results of longitudinal studies reporting on the relation between physical capacity and the risk of musculoskeletal disorders have never been reviewed in a systematic way. The objective of the present systematic review is to investigate if there is evidence that low muscle strength, low muscle endurance, or reduced spinal mobility are...

article 2007

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The effectiveness of a work style intervention and a lifestyle physical activity intervention on the recovery from neck and upper limb symptoms in computer workers

Bernaards, C.M. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Knol, D.L. (author), Hildebrandt, V.H. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

This study assessed the effectiveness of a single intervention targeting work style and a combined intervention targeting work style and physical activity on the recovery from neck and upper limb symptoms. Computer workers with frequent or long-term neck and upper limb symptoms were randomised into the work style group (WS, n = 152), work style...

article 2007

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Physical capacity in relation to low back, neck, or shoulder pain in a working population

van Hamberg - Reenen, H.H. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Blatter, B.M. (author), Twisk, J.W.R. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author)

Aims: To investigate the longitudinal relation between physical capacity (isokinetic lifting strength, static endurance of the back, neck, and shoulder muscles, and mobility of the spine) and low back, neck, and shoulder pain. Methods: In this prospective cohort study, 1789 Dutch workers participated. At baseline, isokinetic lifting strength,...

article 2006

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ALIFE@Work: A randomised controlled trial of a distance counselling lifestyle programme for weight control among an overweight working population [ISRCTN04265725]

TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author), van Wier, M.F. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Dekkers, J.C. (author), Hendriksen, I.J.M. (author), Pronk, N.P. (author), Smid, T. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author)

Background: The prevalence of overweight is increasing and its consequences will cause a major public health burden in the near future. Cost-effective interventions for weight control among the general population are therefore needed. The ALIFE@Work study is investigating a novel lifestyle intervention, aimed at the working population, with...

article 2006

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Is an imbalance between physical capacity and exposure to work-related physical factors associated with low-back, neck or shoulder pain?

TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author), van Hamberg-Reenen, H.H. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Blatter, B.M. (author), van der Beek, A.J. (author), Twisk, J.W.R. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author)

Objectives: This study investigates whether an imbalance between physical capacity and exposure to work-related physical factors is associated with low-back, neck, or shoulder pain. Methods: Data of the longitudinal study on musculoskeletal disorders, absenteeism, stress, and health (SMASH), with a follow-up of 3 years (N=1789), were used. At...

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The (cost-)effectiveness of a lifestyle physical activity intervention in addition to a work style intervention on the recovery from neck and upper limb symptoms in computer workers

TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author), Bernaards, C.M. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Hildebrandt, V.H. (author)

Background: Neck and upper limb symptoms are frequently reported by computer workers. Work style interventions are most commonly used to reduce work-related neck and upper limb symptoms but lifestyle physical activity interventions are becoming more popular to enhance workers health and reduce work-related symptoms. A combined approach targeting...

article 2006

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Prognostic factors related to recurrent low-back pain and sickness absence

TNO Preventie en Gezondheid (author), van den Heuvel, S.G. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Boshuizen, H.C. (author), Hoogendoorn, W.E. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author)

This study aimed at determining the prognostic factors related to the recurrence of low-back pain and future sickness absence due to low-back pain. Data were used from a prospective cohort study in a working population with a three year follow-up period. They were collected with annual questionnaires. A generalised estimating equation model was...

article 2004

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Sporten, type werk, arbeidsverzuim en welbevinden: resultaten van een 3-jarige follow-up studie

TNO Preventie en Gezondheid (author), van den Heuvel, S.G. (author), Boshuizen, H.C. (author), Hildebrandt, V.H. (author), Blatter, B.M. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author)

Het is afdoende aangetoond dat een lichamelijk actieve levensstijl positieve gezondheidseffecten heeft. Daarnaast zijn voor werknemers diverse positieve arbeidsgebonden effecten beschreven, zoals een lager ziekteverzuim en meer plezier in het werk. In dit artikel worden de resultaten gerapporteerd van een secundaire analyse op de data van een...

article 2003

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High physical work load and low job satisfaction increase the risk of sickness absence due to low back pain: Results of a prospective cohort study

Hoogendoorn, W.E. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), de Vet, H.C.W. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author), Bouter, L.M. (author)

Objective: To determine whether physical and psychosocial load at work influence sickness absence due to low back pain. Methods: The research was a part of the study on musculoskeletal disorders, absenteeism, stress, and health (SMASH), a 3 year prospective cohort study on risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders. Workers from 21 companies...

article 2002

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High physical and psychological load at work and sickness absence due to neck pain

TNO Kwaliteit van Leven (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), Hoogendoorn, W.E. (author), van der Wal, G. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author)

Objectives This study investigates the relationship between physical and psychosocial load at work and sickness absence due to neck pain. Methods A prospective cohort study with a follow-up period of 3 years (1994-1998) was performed among a working population. At the beginning of the study, physical load at work was quantified by means of video...

article 2002

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Psychosocial risk factors for neck pain: A systematic review

Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), Bouter, L.M. (author), van Wal, G.D. (author)

Background: Neck pain, which is assumed to be a multifactorial disease, is a major problem in modern society. Methods: To identify the most important psychosocial risk factors for neck pain, a systematic review of the literature was carried out. The methodological quality of all studies in the review was assessed. Four levels of evidence were...

article 2001

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High quantitative job demands and low coworker support as risk factors for neck pain: Results of a prospective cohort study

Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), Hoogendoorn, W.E. (author), Houtman, I.L.D. (author), van der Wal, G. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author), TNO Work and Employment (author)

Study Design. A 3-year prospective cohort study among 1334 workers was conducted. Objective. To determine whether the work-related psychosocial factors of quantitative job demands, conflicting job demands, skill discretion, decision authority, supervisor support, coworker support, and job security are risk factors for neck pain. Summary of...

article 2001

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Are neck flexion, neck rotation, and sitting at work risk factors for neck pain? Results of a prospective cohort study

Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), Douwes, M. (author), Miedema, M.C. (author), Hoogendoorn, W.E. (author), van der Wal, G. (author), Bouter, L.M. (author), van Mechelen, W. (author)

Objective: To study the relation between neck pain and work related neck flexion, neck rotation, and sitting. Methods: A prospective cohort study was performed with a follow up of 3 years among 1334 workers from 34 companies. Work related physical load was assessed by analysing objectively measured exposure data (video recordings) of neck...

article 2001

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Psychosocial work characteristics and psychological strain in relation to low-back pain

Hoogendoorn, W.E. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), de Vet, H.C.W. (author), Houtman, I.L.D. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author)

This study investigated the relationship between psychosocial work characteristics and low-back pain and the potential intermediate role of psychological strain variables in this relationship. The research was part of a prospective cohort study of risk factors for musculoskeletal symptoms. The study population consisted of 861 workers from 34...

article 2001

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Longitudinaal onderzoek naar rug-, nek-, en schouderklachten: deelrapport 3 : Risicofactoren van nekklachten en verzuim door nekklachten analyse van het hele cohort

TNO Arbeid (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), van den Heuvel, S.G. (author), Douwes, M. (author), Miedema, M.C. (author)

Nekpijn is na rugpijn de meest voorkomende klacht aan het bewegingsapparaat. Tegenwoordig worden nekklachten, veelal tezamen met klachten aan de schouder, arm en pols/hand aangeduid als Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI). Naar schatting maken nekklachten ruim één derde van de RSI klachten uit. Verondersteld wordt dat lichamelijke belasting en...

report 2001

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Work-related risk factors for neck pain: results of a prospective cohort study

TNO Arbeid (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author)

The aim of this thesis is to determine which work related physical and psychosocial risk factors exist which cause neck pain and absenteeism because of neck pain. There is some evidence for a positive relationship between he duration of sedentary posture at work and neck pain, and between twisting or bending of the trunk at work and neck pain....

doctoral thesis 2001

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Flexion and rotation of the trunk and lifting at work are risk factors for low back pain: Results of a prospective cohort study

Hoogendoorn, W.E. (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), de Vet, H.C.W. (author), Douwes, M. (author), Koes, B.W. (author), Miedema, M.C. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Bouter, L.M. (author)

Study Design: A 3-year prospective cohort study among workers of 34 companies in the Netherlands. Objectives: To investigate the relation between flexion and rotation of the trunk and lifting at work and the occurrence of low back pain. Summary of Background Data: Previous studies on work-related physical risk factors for low back pain either...

article 2000

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Risicofactoren voor nekklachten: resultaten van een longitudinaal onderzoek

TNO Arbeid (author), Bongers, P.M. (author), van den Heuvel, S.G. (author), Ariëns, G.A.M. (author), Miedema, M.C. (author), Douwes, M. (author)

Nekpijn is na rugpijn de meest voorkomende klacht aan het bewegingsapparaat. Tegenwoordig worden nekklachten, tezamen met klachten aan de schouder, arm en pols/hand aangeduid als Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI). Naar schatting maken nekklachten ruim éénderde van de RSI-klachten uit. In dit rapport wordt een prospectief longitudinaal onderzoek...

book 2000