• Journal: BMJ Military Health
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History of childbirth as a potential risk factor for musculoskeletal injury in military personnel

Abstract:Pregnancy has a substantial impact on one’s body and subsequent life. Whether these changes increase injury risk after returning to sport or work in both short-term and …

Assessing injury risk in male and female Royal Navy recruits: does the Functional Movement Screen provide understanding to inform effective injury mitigation?

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) are common during military and other occupational physical training programmes, and employers have a duty of care to …

Diet quality is associated with nutrition knowledge and physical activity in the US military Veterans enrolled in university programmes

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military veterans are at greater risk for chronic medical conditions, many of which are associated with greater body mass index (BMI). Detrimental changes …

Prevalence of physical health comorbidities and long-term functional outcomes among community-reintegrated Veterans following lower limb amputation in Sri Lanka

Abstract: Lower limb amputation (LLA) poses significant health challenges, including physical health comorbidities (PHCs) and functional limitations. Military veterans, who …

Delivery of UK military upper limb prosthetics: current concepts and future directions

Abstract: Upper limb prosthetics have a challenging task. A natural upper limb combines strength, coordination and dexterity to accomplish daily activities such as eating, writing, …

Physical activity, social-communicative skills and fitness for military service

Abstract: Introduction: Research has suggested that increased difficulties in social-communicative skills are associated with release from military service. A few studies have …

Traumatic tear of the pectoralis major muscle during military parachute jumping

Abstract:The ongoing conflict following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has not only affected those directly involved but also thousands of NATO troops stationed across Europe, who …

Multicomponent telerehabilitation programme for older veterans with multimorbidity: a programme evaluation

Abstract: Introduction: Older veterans with multimorbidity experience physical, mental and social factors which may negatively impact health and healthcare access. Physical …

Social prescribing in the military: is it time to embrace a change?

Abstract: Defence requires a fit fighting force, but fitness is impacted by more than medical issues, life stressors also play a part. The Defence Medical Services (DMS) provide …

Evaluating the prospective utility of pharmacogenetics reporting among Canadian Armed Forces personnel receiving pharmacotherapy: A preliminary assessment towards precision psychiatric care

Abstract: Pharmacological interventions for treating posttraumatic stress disorder in Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and Veterans often achieve modest results. The field of …

Sexual harassment at work within Belgian Defence: a prevalence study

Abstract: Sexual harassment (SH) at work can have an impact on the general health and well-being and on the productivity of the employee. To date, the Belgian Armed Forces do not …

Enablers and barriers to workplace breastfeeding in the Armed Forces: a systematic review

Abstract: Introduction: The UK has no legislation protecting employees' access to breastfeeding facilities. Without specific breastfeeding policy, provisions to access workplace …