A patient-informed qualitative evaluation of an online chronic pain treatment for military, police, and Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Chronic pain is a significant problem among military, police, and Veteran populations. An online acceptance-based behavioural treatment for chronic pain …

Improving the referral process for orthopedic services: results of the rehabilitation medicine access program (orthopedics)

Abstract: Introduction: Prolonged wait times for orthopedic services represent a substantial barrier to care for musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. Referrals to orthopedic surgery, …

Mental health of Canadian Veterans of the Reserve Force

Abstract: Introduction: Although the well-being of Regular Force Veterans in Canada has been characterized, including aspects of their transition to civilian life and their mental …

Patterns of distress associated with exposure to potentially morally injurious events among Canadian Armed Forces service members and Veterans: A multi-method analysis

Abstract: This study describes patterns of distress associated with exposure to potentially morally injurious experiences (PMIEs) in a Canadian military sample. Thematic analysis …

Prevalence of Potentially Morally Injurious Events in Operationally Deployed Canadian Armed Forces Members

Abstract: As moral injury is a still-emerging concept within the area of military mental health, prevalence estimates for moral injury and its precursor, potentially morally …

Women’s Lived Experiences of Serving in the Canadian Armed Forces Primary Reserve

Abstract: Strengthening Canada’s military capacity and capabilities to address modern-day conflict requires personnel from the Primary Reserve to work alongside the Regular …

Pilot study: The effectiveness of physiotherapy-led screening for patients requiring an orthopedic intervention

Abstract: Introduction: In Canada, wait times for orthopedic surgery represent a significant delay in care for patients with musculoskeletal disorders. To improve access, new …

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 …

Delivering rehabilitation services during the COVID-19 pandemic: how CAF physiotherapy is using telehealth to ensure "physical and measurable solutions to maintain and enhance operational readiness, anywhere, anytime"

Abstract: In response to COVID-19, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) activated Operation LASER, a force health protection strategy to preserve its operational capabilities. Operation …

Out of the shadows: Chronic pain in Canadian Armed Forces veterans — Proceedings of a workshop at the 2019 Forum of the Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research

Abstract: This commentary summarizes proceedings of a workshop on chronic pain in military personnel and veterans (released personnel) at the Annual Forum of the Canadian …

The state of military families in Canada: a scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: For some families, the military way of life fosters close social support networks and adaptability. For others, the stresses and strains resulting from …

Correlates of perceived military to civilian transition challenges among Canadian Armed Forces Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Analyses of the Canadian Armed Forces Transition and Well-Being Survey (CAFTWS) were conducted to identify the most prominent challenges faced by Canadian …