Nonpharmacological therapies for musculoskeletal injury in military personnel: A systematic review/meta-analysis

Abstract: Introduction Musculoskeletal (MSK) injury is an inherent risk for military personnel that can potentially impact job performance, productivity, and military readiness. …

Spinal magnetic stimulation to treat chronic back pain: A feasibility study in Veterans

Abstract: Aim: Chronic low back pain represents a significant societal problem leading to increased healthcare costs and quality of life. This study was designed to evaluate the …

Mindfulness-oriented recovery enhancement for Veterans and military personnel on long-term opioid therapy for chronic pain: a randomized clinical trial

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: This randomized clinical trial evaluated the efficacy of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) among past and present U.S. military personnel with …

Qualitative analysis of patient perspectives of buprenorphine after transitioning from long-term, full-agonist opioid therapy among Veterans with chronic pain

Abstract: Guidelines recommend consideration of modification, tapering, or discontinuation of long-term, full-agonist opioid therapy when harms outweigh benefits; one alternative …

A network analysis of pain intensity and pain-related measures of physical, emotional, and social functioning in US military service members with chronic pain

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to apply network analysis methodology to better understand the relationships between pain-related measures among people with …

Association between clinical depression, anxiety, and chronic pain in the active duty Army personnel

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic pain is highly prevalent among soldiers leading to costly impacts on disability and readiness. Depression and anxiety (D&A) are frequently comorbid …

Association of chronic pain with alcohol consumption and tobacco use in active duty Soldiers

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic pain and lifestyle habits, namely alcohol consumption and tobacco use, impact soldier readiness. This study examines the relationship between …

Chronic pain and childhood adversity experiences among U.S. military personnel

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic pain in a military population is prevalent, is costly, and can limit daily activities and affect soldier readiness. It has been associated with …

Factors associated with chronic pain intensity in U.S. Army soldiers

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic pain is prevalent among U.S. military personnel and veterans. The effectiveness of evidence-based pain treatments can be boosted with knowledge of …

Barriers to accessing pain management services among Veterans with bipolar disorder

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To identify barriers veterans with bipolar disorder face to accessing chronic pain management services within a Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system. DATA …

Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on nonpharmacological pain management trials in military and veteran healthcare settings: an evaluation informed by implementation science

Abstract: The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic disrupted healthcare and clinical research, including a suite of 11 pragmatic clinical trials (PCTs), across clinics within …

A mobile app for postoperative pain management among older veterans undergoing total knee arthroplasty: mixed Methods feasibility and acceptability pilot study

Abstract: Background: Prescription opioid misuse risk is disproportionate among veterans; military veterans wounded in combat misuse prescription opioids at an even higher rate …