Achten D, et al. - Researchers inquired adults who followed inpatient pain rehabilitation during adolescence because of chronic musculoskeletal pain for their long-term work participation. Further, they sought potential facilitators and barriers regarding work in later life. In this mixed-methods study, relevant data were obtained from 14 patients (12 females) who received an inpatient pain rehabilitation program 15-20 years ago using standardized questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. Classification of themes into four systems was done using the Sherbrooke model as guidance: healthcare, workplace, legislative/insurance, and personal system. Of 14 participants, 10 are currently working, most of them despite experiencing pain. The Sherbrooke model led to the identification of several facilitators and barriers that were contributory factors in relation to ongoing work participation. Generally, the inpatient pain rehabilitation program was acknowledged as a facilitator. The ability to function despite of the pain, guidance concerning suitable education or work and the engagement of parents and partners in the rehabilitation program were the rehabilitation-related modifiable factors.