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Top resources and tools for physician management of chronic pain in the Canadian Armed Forces

Abstract: Introduction : Chronic pain management is challenging for clinicians as it requires knowledge of a broad range of clinical practice guidelines alongside emerging tools …

Medical cannabis and cannabinoids for chronic pain: summary of a rapid recommendation

Abstract: Medical cannabis is increasingly used by Canadian Veterans to manage chronic pain; however, the benefits and harms are uncertain. This commentary summarizes a recent …

Concerns and coping strategies of older adult Veterans in Canada at the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic, including associated public health measures such as travel restrictions, cancellation of elective surgeries, and the closure of public spaces and …

A machine learning approach to identification of self-harm and suicidal ideation among military and police Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Combat Veterans are at increased risk for suicidal ideation (SI). Many who die by suicide deny having SI, so alternative approaches to asking about suicide …

Working together to address sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces.

Abstract:In 2015, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) implemented Operation HONOUR to eliminate sexual misconduct (SM) in the military. Sexual assault, inappropriate sexual behaviours, …

Four decades of military posttraumatic stress: Protocol for a meta-analysis and systematic review of treatment approaches and efficacy.

Abstract:Background: Over 85% of active members of the Canadian Armed Forces have been exposed to potentially traumatic events linked to the development of posttraumatic stress …

A group-based chronic pain intervention using the Unlearn Your Pain method: A retrospective one-arm cohort study

Abstract: Introduction: Chronic pain is a prevalent health issue in military and Veteran populations. The current retrospective one-arm cohort study sought to determine whether a …

Sex-specific differences in physical health and health services use among Canadian Veterans: a retrospective cohort study using healthcare administrative data

Abstract: Introduction: Military occupations have historically been, and continue to be, male dominated. As such, female military Veteran populations tend to be understudied, and …

Psychosocial risk factors and their impact on the performance of everyday activities in Canadian Veterans

Abstract: Background: Psychosocial risk factors have been identified as factors for prolonged occupational disability in individuals with debilitating musculoskeletal injuries, …

Women Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and Royal Canadian Mounted Police: A scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: This scoping review charts academic literature and government documents about women Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Royal Canadian …

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Canadian Armed Forces Veterans who live with chronic pain

Abstract: Chronic pain is more frequent in military Veterans than in the general population. The objective of this study was to assess whether the COVID-19 pandemic has had a …

Chronic pain program management outcomes: Long-term follow-up for Veterans and civilians

Abstract: Interdisciplinary pain rehabilitation programs are effective in treating chronic pain. Not many studies have explored how Veterans differ from civilians in responding to …