Industrial medicine and acute musculoskeletal rehabilitation. 6. Occupational health for special populations.

Abstract This self-directed learning module highlights work-related injuries in specific patient populations that the physiatrist may encounter. This chapter focuses on evaluating work-related injuries in the aging and disabled population. Specific problems encountered in pregnant working women and the dental profession are also summarized. Specific biologic and/or environmental factors as they relate to workers in the specific populations are reviewed. Strategies for evaluation, rehabilitation, and health care management of these workers are discussed. Overall Article Objectives: (a) To be aware of specific needs and environmental factors for disabled, aging, pregnant, and dental workers and (b) to identify what may precipitate injury for disabled, aging, pregnant, and dental workers.