• Author: Alexander N. Bennett
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Multidimensional qualities of sleep health following serious physical combat injuries: A latent class analysis: The ADVANCE cohort study

Abstract: This paper aims to report on multidimensional qualities of sleep health using Latent Class Analysis (LCA) in the ADVANCE study: a cohort of UK Armed Forces personnel who …

Knee torque and gait performance in Veteran amputees: Biomechanical insights into intact limb injury risk

Abstract: New recovery pathways to improve and sustain strength and functional outcomes in the veteran amputee population are required to reduce the onset of comorbidities with …

Prevalence, incidence, and progression of hip osteoarthritis in a young military population: The ADVANCE cohort study

Abstract: Objective: Prevalence of hip osteoarthritis (OA) is rarely reported in young populations (e.g., military). We will report the prevalence of hip OA in a young military …

The inverse and non-linear association between central augmentation index and heart rate variability in a cohort of male British combat personnel- findings from the ADVANCE study

Abstract: AbstractPurposeMethodResultsConclusion\nPlain Language SummaryThe central augmentation index (cAIx) is an indirect measure of arterial stiffness. The influence of heart …

Efficacy and acceptability of different blood flow restriction training interventions during the rehabilitation of military personnel with lower limb musculoskeletal injuries: protocol for a two-phase randomised controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Musculoskeletal injury (MSKI) is the leading cause of medical downgrading and discharge within the UK military, with lower limb MSKI having the greatest …

Illegal drug use amongst male UK military personnel who sustained physical combat injuries: The ADVANCE cohort study

Abstract: Illegal drug use may be a consequence of sustaining a serious physical combat injury, though no known research has investigated this in a UK setting. This analysis …

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom clusters associated with an indicator of heart rate variability: The ADVANCE cohort study

Abstract: Background: Heart rate variability (HRV) is governed by sympathetic and parasympathetic regulatory systems. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) may influence these …

Poor long-term outcomes and abnormal neurodegeneration biomarkers after military traumatic brain injury: The armed services trauma rehabilitation outcome study

Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is common in military campaigns and is a risk factor for dementia. ArmeD SerVices TrAuma and RehabilitatioN OutComE-TBI …

Prevention of post-traumatic osteoarthritis in the military: Relevance of OPTIKNEE and osteoarthritis action alliance recommendations

Abstract: Musculoskeletal injury (MSKI) is the most common reason for short-term occupational limitation and subsequent medically related early departure from the military. …

The association between perceived social support and mental health in combat-injured and uninjured male UK (ex-)military personnel: A cross-sectional study

Abstract: Social support is a key determinant of mental health across multiple populations and contexts. Little is known about social support among UK (ex-)military personnel, …

Intra- and inter-rater reliability of linear and nonlinear measures of short-term heart rate variability following combat-related traumatic injury

Abstract: Background: Heart rate variability (HRV) is a marker of autonomic function. However, the reliability of short-term HRV measurement in individuals with combat-related …

Association of serum biomarkers with radiographic knee osteoarthritis, knee pain and function in a young, male, trauma-exposed population - Findings from the ADVANCE study

Abstract: Objective: The ArmeD SerVices TrAuma RehabilitatioN OutComE (ADVANCE) study is investigating long-term combat-injury outcomes; this sub-study aims to understand the …