Table 6

Multiple regression analyses: initial adjusted* OR for lower extremity pain limiting work ability

Initial model
OR*95% CIp Value
Muscular strength training (h/week)
 <1.50.530.26 to 1.080.079
 1.5–3.51.00
 >3.50.700.34 to 1.440.334
Mental component summary
 ≤51.400.690.34 to 1.420.311
 51.41–54.740.570.28 to 1.170.126
 >54.751.00
  • Adjusted OR with corresponding 95% CI and significance level (p value) lower extremity (hip, knee and foot) pain limiting work ability.

  • *Adjusted for comorbidity (non-musculoskeletal).