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Clinical improvement after surgery for degenerative cervical myelopathy; A comparison of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures during 12-month follow-up
(PLOS ONE;17 (3): e0264954, Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022-03-08)Object: Although many patients report clinical improvement after surgery due to degenerative cervical myelopathy, the aim of intervention is to stop progression of spinal cord dysfunction. We wanted to provide estimates ... -
Cognitive and vocational rehabilitation after mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injury: A randomised controlled trial
(Annals of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine;Volume 64, Issue 5, 101538, Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-07-22)Background: Returning to work is often a primary rehabilitation goal after traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, the evidence base for treatment options regarding return to work (RTW) and stable work maintenance remains ... -
Cohort profile update: the Norwegian STORK Groruddalen (STORK G) pregnancy and birth cohort-the role of ethnicity and causal pathways for obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and other health issues
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Purpose The STORK Groruddalen cohort was set up in 2008 to explore ethnic differences in: (1) maternal health, primarily gestational diabetes (GDM) and related health issues during pregnancy and post partum, and effects of ... -
COL11A1 is associated with developmental dysplasia of the hip and secondary osteoarthritis in the HUNT study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Objective: Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a congenital condition affecting 2-3% of all infants. DDH increases the risk of osteoarthritis, is the cause of 30% of all total hip arthroplasties (THAs) in adults ... -
Community Health Care Workers’ Experiences on Enacting Policy on Technology with Citizens with Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
(Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare;Volume 2020: 13, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020-05-19)Purpose: Assistive technologies and digitalization of services are promoted through health policy as key means to manage community care obligations efficiently, and to enable older community care recipients With mild cognitive ... -
Community Integration and Associated Factors 10 Years after Moderate-to-Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)This study evaluated the impact of baseline injury characteristics and one-year functional level on the 10-year community integration outcomes for working-age patients with moderate-to- severe traumatic brain injury ... -
Community-Working Occupational Therapists Serving as Fieldwork Supervisors: Characteristics and Associated Factors
(The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy;Volume 7, Issue 3, Summer 2019, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-07-15)As enrollment numbers grow in occupational therapy academic programs in Norway, the need for more fieldwork placements and supervisors increases. More knowledge about factors of importance for occupational therapists’ ... -
Comorbid dysmorphic disorder persists after successful electroconvulsive treatment for depression
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Comparing digital to traditional follow-up in the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration: A youth perspective on trust and satisfaction
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Public employment services are increasingly becoming digital. Previous literature has highlighted potential and intersectional risks associated with digitalizing these services. To address this, the current study explores ... -
Complex return to work process – caseworkers’ experiences of facilitating return to work for individuals on sick leave due to musculoskeletal disorders
(BMC Public Health;20, Article number: 1822 (2020), Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-11-30)Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are the largest contributor to disability worldwide. In addition to burdening individuals, there are large socioeconomic costs involved. MSD accounts for a considerable use of health services, ... -
The conflicted practice: Municipal occupational therapists’ experiences with assessment of Clients with cognitive impairments
(Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy;, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-02-28)Background: The practice of Norwegian occupational therapists (OTs) in municipal practice is a little explored area and with the Coordination Reform Act from 2012, Norwegian OTs in municipal practice have received ... -
Correlation between gene expression and MRI STIR signals in patients with chronic low back pain and Modic changes indicates immune involvement
(Scientific Reports;12, Article number: 215 (2022), Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022-01-07)Disability and distress caused by chronic low back pain (LBP) lacking clear pathoanatomical explanations cause huge problems both for patients and society. A subgroup of patients has Modic changes (MC), identifable by MRI ... -
The course of self-efficacy for therapeutic use of self in Norwegian occupational therapy students: a 10-month follow-up study
(Occupational Therapy International;2018(Article ID 2962747), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018)Background. Occupational therapy students need to develop self-efficacy for managing the therapeutic relationship in practice. This study examined the 10-month trajectories of Norwegian students’ self-efficacy for use of ... -
Criterion Validity and Responsiveness of Estimated Cardiorespiratory Fitness Models in Patients with Inflammatory Joint Disease
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is an excellent marker of overall health. This study aimed to assess criterion validity and responsiveness of estimated CRF models (eCRF) in patients with inflammatory joint disease (IJD). ... -
A critical occupational perspective on user engagement of older adults in an assisted living facility in technology research over three years
(Journal of Occupational Science;Volume 27, 2020 - Issue 3: Special Issue: Illuminating occupations at the heart of social problems, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020-05-13)Digital assistive technology has potential for supporting older adults who depend upon community healthcare services. To boost the efficiency of those services, technological devices are often installed for care recipients ... -
Cross-national study of worrying, loneliness, and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic: a comparison between individuals with and without infection in the family
(Healthcare;Volume 9 / Issue 7, Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-07-16)Objective: The objective of this study was to examine differences in worry, loneliness, and mental health between those individuals infected by COVID-19 or having someone their family infected, and the rest of the population. ... -
Current practices and perceived implementation barriers for working with alcohol prevention in occupational health services: The WIRUS OHS study
(Substance Abuse Treatment, Prevention, and Policy;14, Article number: 30 (2019), Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-06-26)Background: Alcohol is associated with detrimental health and work performance outcomes, and one to three out of ten employees may benefit from interventions. The role of occupational health services (OHS) in alcohol ... -
Cytokine Patterns as Predictors of Antibiotic Treatment Effect in Chronic Low Back Pain with Modic Changes: Subgroup Analyses of a Randomized Trial (AIM Study)
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Objective: Randomized trials testing the effect of antibiotics for chronic low back pain (LBP) with vertebral bone marrow changes on MRI (Modic changes) report inconsistent results. A proposed explanation is subgroups ... -
Daily use of alcohol in the Norwegian general population: Prevalence and associated factors
(Drugs and alcohol today;Volume 20, Issue 2, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020-04-29)Purpose: Harmful use of alcohol is a major public health problem. While harm is often researched in the context of heavy drinking episodes, high-frequency drinking, even when drinking moderate quantities, constitutes a ... -
The de Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale used with Norwegian clubhouse members: Psychometric properties and associated factors
(International Association for Psychosocial Rehabiliation;Volume 22 January - December 2018, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)Background: Loneliness is considered a common experience, but persistent loneliness can set the stage for depression and in other ways jeopardize psychological well-being. Loneliness appears to be particularly frequent ...