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  • Author: Tonya L. Rich
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Pain science knowledge among healthcare professionals: A cross-sectional survey within the United States Department of Veterans Affairs

Abstract: Background: Pain complaints are one of the primary reasons that military veterans seek healthcare within the United States Veterans Health Administration (VHA). VHA …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Rehabilitation & engineering center for optimizing Veteran engagement & reintegration (RECOVER): Transdisciplinary collaborations to drive change in participation in Veterans

Abstract: The Rehabilitation & Engineering Center for Optimizing Veteran Engagement & Reintegration (RECOVER) is a newly funded VA Rehabilitation Research & Development Center …

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"I was angry that I fell" all the way to "if I fall, I fall": A qualitative study of the spectrum of behavioral fall risk factors for Veterans with dysvascular lower-limb amputation

Abstract: PURPOSE: To explore behavioral risk factors contributing to fall and near-fall scenarios for Veterans with dysvascular lower-limb amputation. MATERIALS AND METHODS: …

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Development and pilot administration of the amputation-related pain and sensation assessment tool

Abstract: Purpose: To develop and administer an assessment tool for facilitating patient-clinician discussions regarding amputation-related pain and sensation. Materials and …

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Examining patient reported outcome measures for phantom limb pain: Measurement use in a sample of Veterans with amputation

Abstract: Purpose: Phantom limb pain (PLP) is treated with medications and non-drug treatments. Best clinical practices for measuring treatment outcomes have not been defined. The …

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