Sedentary Work Exerting up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work Exerting up to 20 pounds (9.1 kg) of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of the arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most the time, the job is rated Light Work.

Medium Work Exerting up to 50 (22.7 kg) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds (11.3 kg) of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of forces constantly to move objects.

Heavy Work Exerting up to 100 pounds (45.4 kg) of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds (22.7 kg) of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds (9.1 kg) of force constantly to move objects.

Very Heavy Work Exerting in excess of 100 pounds (45.4 kg) of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds (22.7 kg) of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds (9.1 kg) of force constantly to move objects.

Job Classification

In most duration tables, five job classifications are displayed. These job classifications are based on the amount of physical effort required to perform the work. The classifications correspond to the Strength Factor classifications described in the United States Department of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles. The following definitions are quoted directly from that publication.

Sedentary Work Exerting up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work Exerting up to 20 pounds (9.1 kg) of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of the arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most the time, the job is rated Light Work.

Medium Work Exerting up to 50 (22.7 kg) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds (11.3 kg) of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of forces constantly to move objects.

Heavy Work Exerting up to 100 pounds (45.4 kg) of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds (22.7 kg) of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds (9.1 kg) of force constantly to move objects.

Very Heavy Work Exerting in excess of 100 pounds (45.4 kg) of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds (22.7 kg) of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds (9.1 kg) of force constantly to move objects.

Constipation


Related Terms

  • Atonia Constipation
  • Colon Stasis
  • Fecalith
  • Inactive Colon
  • Lazy Colon
  • Obstipation

Differential Diagnosis

  • Colon cancer
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Low thyroid function (hypothyroidism)
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Progressive systemic sclerosis
  • Toxic inflamed colon (Hirschsprung's disease)

Specialists

  • Family Physician
  • Gastroenterologist
  • General Surgeon

Comorbid Conditions

  • Diabetes
  • Diseases of the large intestine, including colon tumors and diverticulitis
  • Hemorrhoids, fissures, or other anorectal lesions
  • Low thyroid function (hypothyroidism)
  • Neurogenic disorders such as Hirschsprung's and Parkinson's disease
  • Obesity
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Urinary tract stones

Factors Influencing Duration

Length of disability depends on the underlying condition.

Medical Codes

ICD-9-CM:
564.00 - Functional Digestive Disorders Not Elsewhere Classified; Constipation, Unspecified
564.01 - Functional Digestive Disorders Not Elsewhere Classified; Constipation, Slow Transit
564.02 - Functional Digestive Disorders Not Elsewhere Classified; Constipation, Outlet Dysfunction
564.09 - Functional Digestive Disorders Not Elsewhere Classified, Other Constipation

Treatment

Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints in the US and most individuals treat themselves without seeking medical help. Those that do see a doctor are advised to increase intake of fluids and dietary fiber, and to increase physical activity as much as possible. Consuming more raw fruits and vegetables, whole grain cereals and breads, or use of supplements will increase dietary fiber intake. In some cases, individuals may be given laxatives or gastrointestinal motility drugs. However, dependence on laxatives is a possibility and their use should be monitored closely. If there is an underlying cause for the constipation, such as low thyroid levels or colon cancer, the primary disease is treated appropriately with medication or surgery (colectomy).

Source: Medical Disability Advisor






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