The role of nutrition in mild traumatic brain injury rehabilitation for service members and Veterans

Abstract: Background: Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense (DOD) acknowledge that nutrition may be a modifier of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) sequelae. Military …

The impact of time to anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction on return to duty among active duty military personnel

Abstract: Introduction: After an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, service members often undergo ACL reconstruction (ACLR) to restore knee stability, which is critical for …

Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence approach to concussion rehabilitation in service members and Veterans

Abstract: Background: Concussion, also known as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), is a condition with unique ties to military service. Service members (SMs) are inherently at a …

Rehabilitation outcome of a severe combat blast injury: a case report

Abstract: Objective: This case report describes the physiotherapy treatment of a soldier who suffered a severe combat blast injury. Methods: A 38-year-old Ukrainian man sustained …

Occupational rehabilitation of Israel Defense Forces Veterans with PTSD: A 5‐year follow‐up

Abstract: The MOD Rehabilitation Department (RD) offers three types of rehabilitation tracks (RTs): (a) education, (b) work placement, (c) economic independence. This study aimed …

Occupational rehabilitation of Israel Defense Forces Veterans with PTSD: A 5-year follow-up

Abstract: The MOD Rehabilitation Department (RD) offers three types of rehabilitation tracks (RTs): (a) education, (b) work placement, (c) economic independence. This study aimed …

Development and evaluation of the maintenance office duty test: An alternate form of the charge of quarters duty test for assessing executive function after mild traumatic brain injury to inform duty-readiness after concussion

Abstract: Introduction: After mild traumatic brain injury, service members may experience difficulty with executive functions, which could interfere with return to duty and life …

Outpatient prescriptions for insomnia medications during the first year following combat-related amputations

Abstract: Introduction: Sleep-related disorders are associated with pain, fatigue, and deficits in cognitive performance, which may interfere with successful rehabilitation. The …

Curating 'the good story': Care as representative performance in Danish Veteran rehabilitation

Abstract: In this article, we explore the intricacies of veteran care and show how care practices come to incorporate veterans' 'self-performances' to raise political attention and …

Development and pilot administration of the amputation-related pain and sensation assessment tool

Abstract: Purpose: To develop and administer an assessment tool for facilitating patient-clinician discussions regarding amputation-related pain and sensation. Materials and …

Impacts of telehealth adoption on the quality of care for individuals with serious mental illness: Retrospective observational analysis of Veterans Affairs administrative data

Abstract: Background: Telehealth implementation can be challenging for persons with serious mental illness (SMI), which may impact their quality of care and health outcomes. The …

Veterans’ experiences following a traumatic brain injury and the impact on recovery

Abstract: Defined as a significant public health concern, traumatic brain injury (TBI) is often exacerbated by military engagements that often expose service members to severe …