Search for dissertations about: "Ylva Fjell"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Ylva Fjell.

2. 1. Working conditions and musculoskeletal pain in public sector employees : a study of female dominated workplaces in health care and educational services

   Author : Ylva Fjell; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Gender; public sector; musculoskeletal pain; physical workload; psychosocial work factors; leadership styles; multiple roles; health promotion; self-rated health; sick leave; unpaid work.;

   Abstract : In Sweden, musculoskeletal disorders constitute a considerable public health problem, also in public sector employees and especially among women, and these complaints often result in long-term sick leave and disability pension. The overall aim of this thesis was to investigate public sector employees, to elucidate specific factors both at their workplaces and in the private sphere, that are associated with (ill) health, in particular with musculoskeletal pain. READ MORE