The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) and the health of the active component: Understanding the link between the ACFT and personnel health and injuries

Abstract: The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) became the U.S. Army's physical fitness test of record in October 2022. The test is substantially different from the previous test and …

Musculoskeletal complaint epidemiology in Australian special operation forces trainees

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Elite military trainees are burdened by high numbers of musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries and are a priority military population for injury prevention. This …

Injury surveillance in the Canadian Armed Forces: An environmental scan

Abstract: Introduction: Reducing preventable injuries in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is important to optimize force operational readiness and the wellness and career …