Occupational consequences of osteoarthritis. A scoping review
Authors' conclusion
Based on the results of this review, we present a framework describing the impact of factors associated with work-related difficulties in patients with OA.
Study context
- Population
- Publications on hip, knee and hand OA with an outcome representing a negative effect of OA on employment
- Outcome
- Factors associated with the negative consequences of OA on employment
Methodological detailspublications in English and French, 2000-2023
- Publications in English and French, 2000-2023
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Factors associated with negative occupational consequences of OA
- Outcome criteria grouped into 7 categories: work participation, disability pensions (DPs), work loss or early retirement, absenteeism, productivity loss, changes in work, expected work limitations
- Characteristics of OA (symptoms, management)
- Personal characteristics (sociodemographic and individual, e.g. comorbidities, physical activity, representation of the disease, feelings of responsibility in its management)
- Job characteristics (physical demands, night work, working hours, possibilities of adapting to work, support from colleagues)
- Environments (transportation difficulties, demands of multiple roles in life, lack of information about adaptation possibilities)
- Adaptation strategies (e.g. changing how tasks are performed, technical aids, planning activities, receiving help, cognitive techniques)
Original publication
Occupational consequences of osteoarthritis. A scoping review. Joint Bone Spine. Published 24 November 2025. doi:10.
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