A new approach to keep injured workers on the job
NCT ID NCT05167981
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a program called RETAINWORKS, which helps people who have a work disability—an injury, illness, or medical condition that makes it hard to keep working. The program combines medical care coordination, return-to-work support, and financial incentives for both workers and their doctors. The goal is to see if this support helps people stay employed and avoid long-term reliance on disability benefits.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- RETAINWORKS program: a combination of medical provider services, stay-at-work/return-to-work coordination, case management, and financial incentives
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this program could help people with injuries or illnesses keep their jobs and avoid long-term reliance on disability benefits, improving their financial and personal well-being.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is a demonstration project, and results may vary by state or individual. Success depends on many factors, and the program may not work for everyone or be cost-effective.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kansas Department of Commerce
Topeka, Kansas, 66612, United States
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