• Author: Rael T. Lange
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Convergent and discriminant validity of the Blast Exposure Threshold Survey in United States military service members and Veterans

Abstract: The Blast Exposure Threshold Survey (BETS) is a recently developed and promising new self-report measure of lifetime blast exposure (LBE). However, there are no studies …

Lifetime blast exposure is not related to cognitive performance or psychiatric symptoms in US military personnel

Abstract: Objective: The present study aimed to examine the impact of lifetime blast exposure (LBE) on neuropsychological functioning in service members and veterans (SMVs). …

Cumulative blast exposure during a military career negatively impacts recovery from traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Sub-concussive injuries have emerged as an important factor in the long-term brain health of athletes and military personnel. The objective of this study was to explore …

Longitudinal health outcomes in caregivers of military members with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE: To examine longitudinal change in health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in caregivers of service members/veterans with traumatic brain injury and …

Convergent and discriminant validity of the blast exposure threshold survey in U.S military service members and Veterans

Abstract: The Blast Exposure Threshold Survey (BETS) is a recently developed and promising new self-report measure of lifetime blast exposure (LBE). However, there are no studies …

Lifetime blast exposure is not related to white matter integrity in service members and Veterans with and without uncomplicated mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: This study examines the impact of lifetime blast exposure on white matter integrity in service members and veterans (SMVs). Participants were 227 SMVs, including those …

Health outcomes in children living in military families caring for a service member or Veteran with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: This study examined pediatric health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in families in which one parent was a service member or veteran (SMV) with traumatic brain injury …

Longitudinal health-related quality of life in military caregivers no longer providing care

Abstract: Purpose/Objective: To examine health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in caregivers when providing care and no longer providing care to service members/veterans with …

Health outcomes in caregivers of service members and veterans with traumatic brain injury enrolled in the US Veterans Affairs caregiver support program

Abstract: To explore health outcomes in caregivers of service members and veterans (SMV) with traumatic brain injury (TBI) enrolled in two programs within the U.S. Department of …

High lifetime blast exposure using the blast exposure threshold survey is associated with worse warfighter brain health following mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to extend previous research by examining the relationship between lifetime blast exposure and neurobehavioral functioning after mild TBI …

Health outcomes before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in caregivers of service members and Veterans with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Purpose: To examine change in health-related quality of life (HRQOL) during the COVID-19 pandemic in caregivers of service members/veterans (SMVs) with traumatic brain …

Normative ranges for, and interrater reliability of, rotational vestibular and balance tests in U.S. military service members and veterans

Abstract: Purpose: The Objectives of this study were to (a) describe normative ranges-expressed as reference intervals (RIs)-for vestibular and balance function tests in a cohort …