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Differences among Veterans with chronic overlapping pain conditions and other chronic pain: Baseline results from the LAMP pain management trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Chronic overlapping pain conditions (COPCs) are a constellation of disorders posited to share an underlying pain mechanism (nociplastic pain). Unfortunately, …

Older Veterans’ perspectives on participation in a clinical exercise program: A qualitative study of the VA Gerofit exercise program

Abstract: Objectives: We explored the perspectives of older veterans in Gerofit, a Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) supervised clinical exercise program, to understand the …

Telehealth mindfulness-based interventions for chronic pain: The LAMP randomized clinical trial

Abstract: Importance: Although mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are evidence-based treatments for chronic pain and comorbid conditions, implementing them at scale poses many …

A stepped wedge cluster randomized trial to evaluate the effectiveness of a multisite family caregiver skills training program

Abstract: Objective: To assess the effects of an evidence-based family caregiver training program (implementation of Helping Invested Families Improve Veteran Experiences Study …

Implementation outcomes from a multi-site stepped wedge cluster randomized family caregiver skills training trial

Abstract: Objective: To assess whether a team collaboration strategy (CONNECT) improves implementation outcomes of a family caregiver skills training program (iHI-FIVES). Data …

Relationships between applied mindfulness practice, chronic pain, and pain-related functioning in Veterans

Abstract: Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been shown to improve chronic pain and associated conditions like depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. However, there is …

Adaptations and early adoption of a family caregiver intervention in the Veterans Affairs Health Care System: A multimethod pragmatic approach for national scaling

Abstract: Objective: To examine the relationship between site-level adaptation and early adoption of Caregivers Finding Important Resources, Support, and Training (FIRST) training …

The Business Case for Hospital Mobility Programs in the Veterans Health Care System: Results from Multi-Hospital Implementation of the STRIDE Program

Abstract: Objective: To conduct a business case analysis for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) program STRIDE (ASsisTed EaRly MobIlization for hospitalizeD older VEterans), which …

Exploring gender differences in Veterans in a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial of mindfulness for chronic pain

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Although studies have documented higher rates of chronic pain among women Veterans compared to men Veterans, there remains a lack of comprehensive information …

Comprehensive caregiver supports and ascertainment and treatment of Veteran pain

Abstract: Disabled Veterans commonly experience pain. The Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) provides training, a stipend, and services to family …

Arthritis prevalence among Veterans - United States, 2017-2021

Abstract: Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition and a leading cause of chronic pain and disability. Because arthritis prevalence is higher among U.S. military veterans …

Effects of Implementation of a Supervised Walking Program in Veterans Affairs Hospitals : A Stepped-Wedge, Cluster Randomized Trial

Abstract: Background: In trials, hospital walking programs have beenshown to improve functional ability after discharge, but littleevidence exists about their effectiveness under …