Efficacy and acceptability of different blood flow restriction training interventions during the rehabilitation of military personnel with lower limb musculoskeletal injuries: protocol for a two-phase randomised controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Musculoskeletal injury (MSKI) is the leading cause of medical downgrading and discharge within the UK military, with lower limb MSKI having the greatest …

Rates of sleep disorders based on a structured clinical interview in US active-duty military personnel with acute suicide risk

Abstract: ObjectivesMethodsResultsConclusionsIndividuals who are at higher risk for suicide commonly report sleep disorder symptoms. There is a need for increased precision in …

Service members’ perceptions of tangible and intangible barriers to mental health care access

Abstract: Despite the global research focus on the mental health of military personnel, certain aspects, particularly barriers to accessing mental health care while serving in the …

Bedroom sharing, retention, and mental health among soldiers living in U.S. Army barracks

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Little is known about the potential impact of shared versus private bedroom barracks configurations on the quality of life, retention, and mental health of …

Optimizing the self-directed training kiosk for tactical combat casualty care skills among Chinese military service members: A Kano model approach

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) is widely recognized as the gold standard for reducing preventable battlefield deaths. Although the People's Liberation …

Pelvic health in female military personnel: Broadening the conversation

Abstract: Pelvic health is an understudied area for female military personnel. This study aimed to explore the pelvic health concerns, prevalence rates, and co-existence of a wide …

Underreporting in the military: Perceived sensitivity of trauma-related and comorbid disorders among soldiers and civilian employees of the Austrian Armed Forces

Abstract: Background: Underreporting is a potential source of bias. In the context of the military, the underreporting of mental health symptoms may be linked to inconsistent …

The Omega-3 index in military personnel: A systematic review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Long-chain n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC n-3 PUFA), primarily eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), have received considerable …

Trauma exposure in adulthood and suicidal experiences in serving and ex-serving military personnel: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: Objective: To quantify the strength of the relationship between trauma exposure in adulthood and suicidal experiences in military individuals. Method: We searched three …

Man up and get on with it': a qualitative exploration of UK ex-serving personnel's experiences of seeking help for self-harm and suicidal behaviours

Abstract: Background: A substantial proportion of UK military personnel experiencing mental health problems do not seek professional support. Although the promotion of help-seeking …

Current perspectives on the mental health of UK military personnel and Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: This narrative review sets out to explore the current literature surrounding the mental health of serving personnel and veterans. Sources of data: UK …

Delayed onset of depressive symptoms in deployed Dutch military personnel: Identifying distinct psychological, biochemical, and genetic pre-deployment profiles

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Depression is common in the military, with research highlighting variability in depressive symptom development after deployment. This report builds on …