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Disability, inclusive adventurous training and adapted sport: Two soldiers' stories of involvement

Abstract: Objectives: To generate insights into the personal meaning and value of an inclusive adventurous training and adapted sport course for military personnel who have …

The Impact of Sport and Physical Activity on the Well-being of Combat Veterans: A Systematic Review

Abstract: This review examined the potential impact of sport and physical activity upon the subjective and psychological well-being of combat veterans in the aftermath of physical …

Exercise therapy for improved neck muscle function in helicopter aircrew

Abstract: Introduction: To address the high prevalence of neck dysfunction in helicopter aircrew, a 12-wk training program was designed to examine the effects on neck muscular …

Future Horizons Programme: Final Report

Abstract: This report draws to a conclusion the trial phase of the Future Horizons Programme (FHP) and considers 18 months of data from the Catterick cohort. This includes Early …

The road to joint task force Nijmegen 2012: the soldier on team pilot project

Abstract: Canadian Forces (cf) members are often referred to as tactical athletes ill and injured members are not different. Joint Task Force (jtf) Nijmegen, a rigorous and …

Creating an Infrastructure to Advance Nursing Practice and Care for Veterans

Abstract: The infrastructure in healthcare to advance nursing practice and Veteran care includes doctorally prepared nurses: the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and the Doctor of …

Assessment for the U.S. Army Comprehensive Soldier Fitness program: The Global Assessment Tool

Abstract: Psychology and the U.S. military have a long history of collaboration. The U.S. Army Comprehensive Soldier Fitness (CSF) program aims to measure the psychosocial …

The Mortality and Cancer Experience of New Zealand Vietnam War Veterans: a Cohort Study

Abstract: The aim was to observe the patterns of mortality and cancer incidence in New Zealand Vietnam veterans. The objectives were to assess whether the patterns of disease …

The meaning of occupation, occupational need, and occupational therapy in a military context

Abstract: Despite occupational therapists having strong historical ties to the Canadian military, there are currently no uniformed occupational therapists and only a few permanent …

The unique health and rehabilitation needs of those who serve or have served

Abstract: Military personnel serving in the Canadian Forces have a health care system that is attuned to their needs; in fact, this sytem offers a quality and consistency of care …

The Transition Mapping Study -Understanding the Transition Process for Service Personnel Returning to Civilian Life

Abstract: Since the Armed Forces Covenant was published in 2000, there has been increased interest in the process of helping Service people transition from the Armed Forces into …

Multi-Component Yoga Breath Program for Vietnam Veteran Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract: Objective: It is appropriate to acknowledge that despite treatment, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) continually debilitates many Vietnam veterans. Although …