Return to Work After Lumbar Surgery: a Nationwide Survey of Spinal Surgeons' Practices

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NCT07193758

Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven

Summary

This national cross-sectional survey investigates the current practices and perceptions of Belgian spinal surgeons regarding return to work (RTW) after lumbar surgery for radicular pain. The study aims to (1) assess surgeons' advice on RTW and sick leave, (2) identify barriers and facilitators encountered when providing RTW guidance, and (3) explore how these factors relate to surgeon characteristics such as demographics, hospital setting, and professional experience. The results will inform clinical practice recommendations and support the development of targeted interventions to improve RTW guidance.

Official title: Return to Work After Lumbar Surgery for Radicular Pain: a Nationwide Survey of Spinal Surgeons' Practices and Perceptions

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

Any - Any

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

100

Start Date

2025-10-02

Completion Date

2026-03

Last Updated

2025-12-02

Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Conditions

Radicular Pain Lumbar Surgery Radicular Pain Related to Lumbosacral Disc Disease Fusion of Spine, Lumbar Region Disc Herniation With Radiculopathy Lumbar Decompression

Locations (1)

UZ Leuven

Leuven, Belgium

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