• Author: Paul F. Pasquina
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Factors associated with concussion during combatives activities in a military training environment

Abstract: Background: Military service members routinely participate in combatives training (boxing, judo, martial arts, and hand-to-hand combat) to acquire and maintain mission …

Behavioral health outcomes in the 12 months following major limb loss among active duty service members treated in the military health system, 2001-2017

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Over 2,100 active duty service members (ADSM) have experienced traumatic limb loss since 2001. Combat-injured ADSMs have over 3 times the odds of developing …

Lower extremity musculoskeletal injuries in United States active duty service members: Prevalence/incidence, health care utilization, and cost analysis spanning fiscal years 2016-2021

Abstract: Introduction: Lower Extremity musculoskeletal injuries (LE MSKIs) represent a significant portion of overuse injuries in active duty service members (ADSMs). However, …

Musculoskeletal head and neck injuries in U.S. active duty service members: Prevalence/incidence, health care utilization, and cost analysis spanning fiscal years 2016-2021

Abstract: Background: Active duty service members (ADSMs) of the U.S. Armed Forces are uniquely at risk for musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) of the Head/Neck region, including the …

Musculoskeletal spine injuries in U.S. active duty service members: Prevalence/incidence, healthcare utilization, and cost analysis spanning fiscal years 2016-2021

Abstract: Background: Low back pain and musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) of the Spine are the most common reason for U.S. active duty service members (ADSMs) to seek medical care. …

Upper extremity musculoskeletal injuries in United States active duty service members: Prevalence/incidence, health care utilization, and cost analysis spanning fiscal years 2016-2021

Abstract: Introduction: Upper Extremity musculoskeletal injuries (UE MSKIs) represent a major threat to the overall health and readiness of U.S. active duty service members (U.S. …

The role of technology in music therapy, occupational therapy, and co-treatment of an injured United States service member

Abstract: Introduction: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) have negative consequences on the health, rehabilitation, and quality of life for …

Sex differences across concussion characteristics in US Service Academy cadets: A CARE Consortium study

Abstract: Objective: To describe sex differences in concussion characteristics in US Service Academy cadets. Design: Descriptive epidemiology study. Setting: Four US service …

The lived experience of military beneficiaries with amputations at the hip and pelvic level

Abstract: Background: Hip- and pelvic-level amputations are devastating injuries that drastically alter patient function and quality of life. This study examined the experience of …

Initial mild traumatic brain injury characteristics and recovery patterns among females across the United States military service academies: A report from the NCAA-DoD CARE consortium

Abstract: Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) has been described in the United States (US) military service academy cadet population, but female-specific characteristics and …

Prosthesis and Wheelchair use in Veterans with Lower-Limb Amputation

Abstract: We determined the demographic, health, functional, and satisfaction factors related to lower-limb prosthesis or wheelchair use among veterans with lower-limb amputation. …