Vermont tests new program to keep injured workers on the job

NCT ID NCT05146362

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a program called Vermont RETAIN that helps people who have an injury or illness stay at work or return to work. About 800 adults in Vermont who were working or looking for work and had a recent injury or illness took part. Some received extra services like medical provider help and return-to-work coordination, while others did not. The study measured whether the program helped more people stay employed and avoid applying for 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

Vermont RETAIN program (combination of medical provider services, stay-at-work/return-to-work coordination services, and other support services)

What this could lead to

If successful, this program could point toward a way to help more people keep their jobs after an injury or illness, reducing the need for long-term disability benefits.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study measuring real-world outcomes, but results may not apply to other states or populations. The program's success depends on local resources and participation.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center

    Lebanon, New Hampshire, 03756, United States