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Physical and mental comorbidity, disability, and suicidal behavior associated with posttraumatic stress disorder in a large community sample

Abstract: Objective: To assess if posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), recognized as a common mental disorder in the general population and veteran samples, has a unique impact on …

Chiropractic services in the Canadian Armed Forces: a pilot project

Abstract: This article reports on satisfaction associated with the introduction of chiropractic services within a military hospital, through a Canadian Armed Forces Pilot Project. …

Healthcare utilization and mortality among Veterans of the Gulf War

Abstract: The authors conducted an extensive search for published works concerning healthcare utilization and mortality among Gulf War veterans of the Coalition forces who served …

Pain reports by older adults in long-term care: a pilot study of changes over time

Abstract: PURPOSE: To document self-reported pain descriptions throughout residency in a long-term care facility for a convenience sample of older adults (Canadian war …

Case management in the Canadian Forces

Abstract: hanges in the Canadian military healthcare structure, and an increased reliance on the public healthcare sector, resulted in care fragmentation and a growing …

High-altitude decompression illness: case report and discussion

Abstract: DECOMPRESSION ILLNESS (DCI) CAN OCCUR in a variety of contexts, including scuba diving and flight in nonpressurized aircraft. It is characterized by joint pain, …

A self-administered pain severity scale for patellofemoral pain syndrome

Abstract: Objective: To develop a scale for estimating the severity of patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) and to determine its reliability and validity. …

Veterans worry that unexplained medical problems a legacy of service during Gulf War

Abstract: Some Canadians who served in the military in the Persian Gulf 4 years ago complain of a range of symptoms commonly described as Gulf War syndrome. Although the syndrome …