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Exploring Canadian Veterans’ Priorities Regarding Chronic Pain Research: A Qualitative Study

Abstract: The prevalence of chronic pain among Canadian Armed Forces Regular Force Veterans released from service between 1998 and 2007 is twice as high as the general population, …

Canadian Armed Forces Transition Group: Leading the Way for a Smooth Transition

Abstract: Transitioning out of the military can be a difficult time for many veterans and can be especially challenging for members who are ill and/or injured. The Canadian Armed …

COVID-19 and the mental health of Canadian Armed Forces Veterans: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Abstract: Background: There are no data on the impact of COVID-19 and associated public health measures, including sheltering at home, travel restrictions, and changes in health …

Cluster analysis of Canadian Armed Forces Veterans living with chronic pain: Life After Service Studies 2016.

Abstract: Objective: This study explored the heterogeneity of Canadian Armed Forces veterans living with chronic pain to inform service needs planning and research using cluster …

Evaluating the quality of resilience apps for military members and public safety personnel

This study evaluates the quality of mental health apps for resiliency that are specifically targeted to military members and public safety personnel.

When boundaries blur - exploring healthcare providers' views of chiropractic interprofessional care and the Canadian Forces Health Services

Abstract: Introduction: Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions are primary reasons prohibiting Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel from being deployed, with back pain the second most …

Remotely delivered physiotherapy programs to improve balance, mobility and activity among survivors of moderate to severe TBI: description and feasibility

Abstract: This study aimed to:1) investigate if remotely delivered, intensive home-based exercise programs were feasible for survivors of moderate or severe TBI, and 2) better …

Perceptions and Use of Alcohol and Medical Cannabis among Canadian Military Veterans Living with PTSD

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common psychiatric diagnosis among Canadian military veterans, and alcohol and medical cannabis are commonly used by this group …

Health care access and use among male and female Canadian Armed Forces veterans.

Abstract: Background: Veterans are more likely than other Canadians to have chronic health conditions, making access to health care an important issue. However, little research …

Lifetime Prevalence and Comorbidity of Mental Disorders in the Two-wave 2002-2018 Canadian Armed Forces Members and Veterans Mental Health Follow-up Survey (CAFVMHS)

Abstract: The current study used the Canadian Armed Forces Members and Veterans Mental Health Follow-up Survey (CAFVMHS) to (1) examine the incidence and prevalence of mental …

“They Should Vanish Into Thin Air ... and Give no Trouble”: Canadian Aboriginal Veterans of World Wars

Abstract: The article presents how the introduction of the Pensions Act and Soldier Settlement Actduring the First World War and a comprehensive Veterans' Charterduring the Second …

Examining Changes in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms and Substance Use Among a Sample of Canadian Veterans Working with Service Dogs: An Exploratory Patient- Oriented Longitudinal Study

Abstract: Comorbid posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use (SU) is a growing health concern among Canadian veterans. Veterans are increasingly seeking  symptom …