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The association between perceived social support and mental health in combat-injured and uninjured male UK (ex-)military personnel: A cross-sectional study

Abstract: Social support is a key determinant of mental health across multiple populations and contexts. Little is known about social support among UK (ex-)military personnel, …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Association of serum biomarkers with radiographic knee osteoarthritis, knee pain and function in a young, male, trauma-exposed population - Findings from the ADVANCE study

Abstract: Objective: The ArmeD SerVices TrAuma RehabilitatioN OutComE (ADVANCE) study is investigating long-term combat-injury outcomes; this sub-study aims to understand the …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Relationship between combat-related traumatic injury and ultrashort term heart rate variability in a UK military cohort: Findings from the ADVANCE study

Abstract: Introduction: Combat-related traumatic injury (CRTI) has been linked to an increased cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. The long-term impact of CRTI on heart rate …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Combat injury is associated with adverse mental health outcomes among deployed personnel, but not for amputees: Is there a hierarchy of wounding?

Abstract: The developments in combat trauma care during the Afghanistan campaign have led to unprecedented survivability from severe injuries. However, the longer term physical and …

Mental Health Physical Health Peer reviewed