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According to a 2005 work-related injuries survey, twice as many younger workers (under 55) felt they should have returned to their jobs later than was recommended by their medical care provider compared to workers aged 55 or over. (17% vs. 8% respectively). (p. 108)
Pransky, G. S., Benjamin, K. L., Savageau, J. A., Currivan, D., & Fletcher, K. (2005). Outcomes in work-related injuries: A comparison of older and younger workers. American Journal of Industrial Medicine, 47(2), 104-112.
A self-report survey about occupational, health, and financial outcomes, and related fators was administered 2-8 weeks post-injury to New Hampshire workers aged <55 and >= 55 who had experienced workplace injuries in 2000-2002. Responses from 1032 workers who had lost time from work due to those injuries were analyzed for this study.
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