A 13-Year Cohort Study of Musculoskeletal Disorders Treated in an Autoplant, On-site Physiotherapy Clinic

Introduction The purpose of this study was to describe the rate and distribution of treatment visits provided in an on-site, automotive plant, physiotherapy clinic over a 13-year period. Method A retrospective cohort study was conducted using data collected at an on-site physiotherapy clinic (1990–2002, 65,977 visits; n = 2,636 workers). Results The average age of workers was 43 ± 9 years; most remained at work (85%) when treated. Disorders …