Department of Defense military treatment facility and community care costs after traumatic brain injury in service members and Veterans treated in Veterans Affairs polytrauma rehabilitation centers: A VA TBI model systems study

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To estimate cost models of military traumatic brain injury (TBI) that can provide evidence for future cost-effectiveness analyses highlighted as a gap in the …

Using what matters most to improve health care delivery for individuals and populations of Veterans experiencing homelessness and substance use disorders

Abstract: Objectives: To understand ways in which the Personal Health Inventory (PHI), a tool to prompt reflection on what matters most and status in 8 components of health and …

Inequities in physical therapy receipt of US service members and Veterans with low back pain

Abstract: Objective: To investigate inequities in time-to physical therapy for patients with low back pain. Design: Retrospective observational study utilizing data from the …

Geographic variation in prosthesis prescription disparities between white and black Veterans after major lower limb amputation: A retrospective cohort analysis

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To examine racial disparities in lower limb prosthesis (LLP) prescription practices between White and Black veterans across different geographic levels within …

The impact of executive function on retention and compliance in physical therapy in Veterans

Abstract: Objective: To examine retention and compliance to a novel physical therapy (PT) treatment among Veterans with and without executive function deficits (EFD+/EFD−). …

Design and methodology of a randomized clinical trial of quetiapine to reduce central nervous system polypharmacy in Veterans with postconcussive syndrome symptoms

Abstract: Lack of evidence to guide medication treatments for mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in veterans too often results in polypharmacy practices attempting to provide …

Military sports recovery athletes' perspectives on role of the coach in athletes' well-being: The importance of supporting basic psychological needs

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the experiences of athletes in a competitive military sports recovery program with a specific focus on the extent to which …

Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation for warfighters with post-traumatic stress

Abstract: Background: While there is extensive empirical support and clinical guidance for the treatment of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder …

Psychometric network analysis in rehabilitation research: A methodological demonstration in depression symptoms of Veterans and service members at 1 and 2 years after traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Purpose/Objective: Psychometric network analysis (PNA) is an application of dynamic systems theory that can inform measurement of complex rehabilitation phenomena such as …

A pilot home-telehealth program to enhance functional ability, physical performance, and physical activity in older adult Veterans post-hospital discharge

Abstract: Purpose: To test a pilot home-telehealth program to enhance functional ability, physical performance, and objective physical activity in Veterans after hospital …

Accredited vocational training within supported employment for Veterans: An evaluation of impact within Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company

Abstract: Research with a small cohort of ex-Service personnel at Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company (SBMC) – part of Royal British Legion Industries – has trialled and …

United States Veterans’ utilization of spinal cord injuries and disorders annual evaluation services

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate Veterans’ engagement in Spinal Cord Injuries and Disorders (SCI/D) specialty annual evaluations. Design: Cross-sectional retrospective cohort …